During the spring and summer, water the plant when the top inch of the soil feels dry. An area that has good air circulation such as a balcony or patio is perfect.
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Place the pot in a location that gets full sun most of the day. Caring For Bee Balm in Plantersīee balm plants do not need a lot of care. For best results, water the plant whenever the top inch of soil is dry to the touch. Be sure that the pot you choose has drainage holes. Bee balm will not tolerate too dry of soil, nor will it tolerate too wet of soil. You can use a standard potting mix however, adding rich organic matter or compost to the soil will help add the nutrients needed for the bee balm to thrive. Rich soil will produce taller and stronger plants. Best Soil For Bee Balm in Potsīee balm like well drained soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0. Patio, balcony, or an open deck area is the perfect place for a potted bee balm. Placement of the container is important as bee balm likes full sun and good air circulation. We recommend our resin plastic containers. Be sure that the pot is crack proof, weather resistant, and has good drainage holes. With its height and spreading characteristic, a 5-10 gallon pot is needed. When placed in an area that gets full sun, bee balm can successfully be grown in a container by itself, or as a centerpiece in a larger tub arrangement.īee balm grows anywhere from 2-4 feet tall, with petite varieties growing 10-15 inches tall. Blooming for up to 6 weeks from mid summer to fall, this tall flowering plant is a beautiful centerpiece to a garden, patio, sunroom, balcony or porch area. A way to limit the spread is to plant bee balm in a container. Bee balm can be invasive to garden areas as it easily multiples and spreads. Native to North America, common names for the plant are Oswego tea and bergamot. Bee balm (Monarda spp.) is a flowering plant in the mint family.
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