Bee Balm 'Cambridge Scarlet'
Bee Balm 'Cambridge Scarlet'
Monarda ‘Cambridge Scarlet’
Monarda ‘Cambridge Scarlet’
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- The Monarda ‘Cambridge Scarlet’ is a reliable perennial for the garden.
- Striking deep-red flowers that bloom for a long time in the summer.
- Attracts many bees and butterflies for a vibrant garden.
- Fragrant bergamot leaves that are also appealing to pollinators.
- Suitable for prairie planting and easy to maintain in borders.
Monarda ‘Cambridge Scarlet’ Bee Balm brings bright, velvety red blossoms and a fresh, minty fragrance. A robust perennial cherished by gardeners for its lively presence in borders and beds, it thrives in sun to partial shade and offers reliable color year after year.
The plant is pollinator friendly with nectar that attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, while aromatic foliage adds texture and scent to the garden.
Its vibrant red blossoms create a focal point in any garden space, pairing well with herbs and flowering companions for natural, enduring appeal.
Care & Watering
Monarda Cambridge Scarlet thrives in full sun to partial shade with rich, well-drained soil. Water evenly to keep soil moist but not soggy, especially in heat, and mulch to conserve moisture.
Maintenance
Deadhead after flowering to encourage rebloom; cut back lightly in spring and divide every 2–3 years to maintain vigor and prevent disease.
Location
Plant in a sunny or lightly shaded border with good air circulation; avoid crowded spots to reduce powdery mildew.
Tips
Support tall blooms, group with pollinator-friendly companions, and use bee balm in herb beds or perennial borders.
Monarda ‘Cambridge Scarlet’ Bergamotplant gives, with crimson flowers and aromatic leaves, a lively prairie look and colorful accents. The rich tones attract butterflies and bees and enhance summery vibes.
Combine with soft ornamental grasses and pastel colors for contrasting compositions; also as a cut flower a striking summer bloomer.
| Flowering months | |
|---|---|
| Density per m2 | 6 a 9 |
| Standing | Part shade, Full sun |
| Properties | Winter hardy., Cut flower., Fragrant., Deciduous. |
| Flower color | Red |
| Leaf color | Green |
Delivery costs
| BE € 4,95 | NL € 5,95 |
| DE € 6,95 | FR € 9,95 |
| AT € 14,95 | DK € 16,95 |
| IT € 16,95 | ES € 19,95 |
| SK € 19,95 | CZ € 19,95 |
| SE € 20,95 | IE € 20,95 |
| LU € 20,95 |
Payment methods
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