Monarda mollis
Monarda scabra
A clump-forming perennial to 1.2m tall, with bushy, branching stems and dull, mid-green, lance-shaped, aromatic leaves up to 10cm long. From mid-summer to early autumn produces whorls of two-lipped, tubular, pale purple or pale, dusky pink flowers with purple-tinged bracts and a pale green centre
1-1.5 metres
0.1-0.5 metres
| Season | Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | ||||
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Grow in fertile, humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Protect from excessive winter wet and do not allow to dry out in summer. Lift and divide every three years
Propagate by division in early spring, before new growth begins, or by basal softwood cuttings
Deadheading regularly should encourage more flowers. Cut stems down to the ground in autumn, or leave seed heads for winter structure
May be susceptible to slugs, especially in spring
May be susceptible to powdery mildews, especially in hot, dry weather