This showy wildflower attracts hummingbirds and butterflies with its nectar-rich, lavender-pink flowers. It gets quite tall and leggy, so try it at the back of a prairie-style garden with other wildflowers and ornamental grasses. It's also nice with old-fashioned roses.
Monarda fistulosa is a member of the mint family, and it has aromatic foliage that can be used to make a tea. Hardy in zones 3-9.
height 3-4'
Sowing Monarda fistulosa Seeds:
Sow indoors in late winter. Sow on the surface, then refrigerate for 3 weeks.
Full sun to part shade.
