Taxonomic Name: Monarda punctata

Common Name: Spotted Bee Balm

Type: Biennial

Garden: Willow Prairie

Zone: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Bloom Time: June to July

Height: 12-24 inches

Light Requirements: Full sun, Morning sun with afternoon shade, Filtered shade

Soil Conditions: Tolerates periodic drought, Average well-drained soil

Flower Color: Purple, Green, White

Special Characteristics:

• Deer resistant
• Biennial that reseeds easily, but not aggressively