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Compact, Monarda ‘Grape Gumball’ (Bee Balm) is a clump-forming perennial boasting vibrant magenta flowers, 2 in. across (5 cm), borne in dense, globular terminal heads. Blooming for weeks from mid to late summer, they rest upon a whorl of decorative bracts and attract scores of butterflies and hummingbirds.
In midsummer, 'Grape Gumball' forms a solid dome of vibrant magenta, 2-2½” flowers on strong, well-branched stems. The dark green foliage forms an upright clump that will fill out containers nicely but won’t run all over the garden. It displays above average resistance to powdery mildew.
Common Name Grape Gumball Bee Balm Botanical Name Monarda didyma 'Grape Gumball' Foliage Dark green leaves. Mature Height 20” - 24” Mature Spread 16” - 24” Soil Well drained soil. Zones 4 through 9 Mature Form Upright Growth Rate Fast growing Sun Exposure Bloom Time Mid to late Summer Flower Color Purple
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Plant number: 1.365.350 Beebalm is a traditional favourite for the perennial border, with a striking display of richly coloured flowers through the summer months. This midsized selection from the SUGAR BUZZâ„¢ Series has shaggy, magenta flowers.
Plant database entry for Beebalm (Monarda Sugar Buzz™ Grape Gumball) with 2 images and 35 data details.
Monarda didyma 'Grape Gumball'PBR (Sugar Buzz Series) This plant will provide nectar and pollen for bees and the many other types of pollinating insects. It is included in an evolving list of plants carefully researched and chosen by RHS experts.
