Monarda 'Cambridge Scarlet'
Monarda 'Cambridge Scarlet' is a hardy perennial with vivid scarlet-red flowers and aromatic foliage, ideal for sunny to partially shaded areas and attractive to pollinators.
Monarda 'Cambridge Scarlet', commonly known as bee balm or bergamot, is a striking perennial that produces rich scarlet-red flowers in summer. The flowers consist of tubular petals arranged in dense, globular inflorescences, creating a firework-like appearance. The plant forms sturdy, upright clumps with aromatic, bronze-tinged, lance-shaped leaves. During bloom, it reaches a height of approximately 90 cm and a spread of 45 cm.
This monarda thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil. It is hardy down to -20°C (zone 4) and requires minimal maintenance. Deadheading spent flowers can prolong blooming. To maintain plant vigor, it is recommended to divide clumps every three years.
Ecologically, 'Cambridge Scarlet' is highly valuable: its nectar- and pollen-rich flowers attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Additionally, the plant is resistant to deer and rabbits. With its striking flowers and aromatic foliage, it is suitable for borders, prairie gardens, naturalistic plantings, and as a cut flower.
Monarda 'Cambridge Scarlet', commonly known as bee balm or bergamot, is a striking perennial that produces rich scarlet-red flowers in summer. The flowers consist of tubular petals arranged in dense, globular inflorescences, creating a firework-like appearance. The plant forms sturdy, upright clumps with aromatic, bronze-tinged, lance-shaped leaves. During bloom, it reaches a height of approximately 90 cm and a spread of 45 cm.
This monarda thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil. It is hardy down to -20°C (zone 4) and requires minimal maintenance. Deadheading spent flowers can prolong blooming. To maintain plant vigor, it is recommended to divide clumps every three years.
Ecologically, 'Cambridge Scarlet' is highly valuable: its nectar- and pollen-rich flowers attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Additionally, the plant is resistant to deer and rabbits. With its striking flowers and aromatic foliage, it is suitable for borders, prairie gardens, naturalistic plantings, and as a cut flower.
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