Fill your garden with midsummer color and pollinator activity using Monarda 'Blue Stocking'. This bee balm forms sturdy clumps topped with rich purple-blue flower heads that draw hummingbirds, butterflies, and a steady stream of bees. The foliage is aromatic when brushed, making it a great plant for paths, borders, and cutting gardens.

Give it full sun for best flowering, but it will tolerate part shade, especially where summers run hot. Plant in moist, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter, and water during dry spells to keep growth steady and flowering strong. Space plants so air can move through the stems; good circulation helps reduce powdery mildew pressure.

At maturity, expect roughly 30-36 inches in height with an 18-24 inch spread. Deadhead spent blooms if you want a tidier look, or leave some stems to stand through the season for garden structure. In early spring, cut back old growth and divide crowded clumps every few years to refresh vigor and keep the planting within bounds.

Bee Balm 'Blue Stocking' also offers edible flowers that make a colorful garnish, and the plant is valued in pollinator and native-style plantings. Pair it with moisture-loving perennials and grasses for a long-lasting summer display.

Specifications

• Cold hardiness zone: 4-9 (-30 degrees F) - Contact your local extension to confirm hardiness if you are in a fringe zone (we cannot guarantee hardiness in fringe zones)
• Light: Full sun   Part sun
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Mature height: 30-36"
• Spread: 18-24"
• Tolerant of: Deer, Rabbits
• Attracts: Butterflies, Hummingbirds
• Edible: Yes
• Fragrant: Yes
• Native to the U.S.: Yes

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