Plant preorder for the 2027 season will begin mid to late November
Romence Gardens

Monarda didyma 'Balmy™ Purple'

$1699
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2027 pre-order will begin late November
  • Pot Size: 5.25 Inch Square Pot
  • Common Name: Bee Balm, Bergamot
  • Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Sun
  • Hardiness Zone: 4-9
  • Bloom Color: Purple
  • Bloom Time: Summer
  • Garden Height: 10-12 Inches
  • Garden Spread: 8-10 Inches

Members of the Balmy™ Series form dwarf clumps of very mildew-resistant foliage. Bright magenta-purple flowers bloom early in the season and continue throughout the summer. Loved for the fragrant foliage and flowers. U.S. native.

Uses: Beds, Containers, Cottage Gardens, Mass Planting, Landscapes, Flower Gardens, Rain Garden
Nature Attraction: Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Bees
Critter Resistance: Deer, Rabbit
Notable Features: Fragrant, Powder Mildew Resistant, Cut Flowers, Wet Site Tolerant
Growth Habit: Upright, Spreading

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Homeowner Growing Tips

Grow in full sun, preferably, or dappled shade. Avoid crowding. Plant in moist, well-drained, moderately fertile soil. Amend with compost before planting. Apply a balanced all-purpose fertilizer (e.g., 10-10-10) in spring when growth resumes.

Deadhead after flowering for rebloom. In early spring, cut old foliage to the ground; divide every 3-4 years at this time, if desired.

Water Requirements: Water soil fully, then let slightly dry out before next watering. Do not let get soggy or waterlogged.

Delivery and Shipping

Orders will be scheduled to ship based on the last frost date in your area. See the map below for more information.

We guarantee our plants to arrive in acceptable condition. If there are any issues upon delivery, please email support@romencegardens.com within 48 hours and we will resolve the issue.

Plants are regularly trimmed as part of standard care. You might receive plants that have already been cut back, which supports better longevity, performance, and appearance.  

Images show mature plants and may not match exactly what is shipped.

  • 5 stars: 4 (80%)
  • 4 stars: 1 (20%)
  • 3 stars: 0 (0%)
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Rehna George

Packaging beyond compare, healthy plant. Roots hadn't filled out the big pot though, perhaps uppotted recently..

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Barbara

The 3 Bee Balmy plants arrived quickly, packed excellently and healthy plants. They adjustes quickly to my large containers after adding humus soil. Thanks for the wonderful plants.

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April Page
Delivered with care

Plants were healthy at the time of delivery and packaged well! They are already growing. Can't wait to see the blooms!

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Veronica J King
Monarda didyma 'Balmy™ Purple'

Arrived in great contdition, full plant looking forward to the beautiful blooms next season.

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Brenda
Love Monarda for hummingbirds

I have had Jacob Cline Monarda for years because the hummingbirds love them. I wanted something a little shorter to place in front on garden. These fit perfectly! And they came super healthy and almost ready to bloom. I'm but sure yet if hummingbirds like them but they are a pretty purple color and beautiful!

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