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Leading Lady Plum Bee Balm

Monarda 'Leading Lady Plum'

Category: Perennial • Bee Balm

Discover Leading Lady Plum Bee Balm, a vibrant pollinator-friendly plant perfect for gardens.

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Mature Height: 10-14 inches

Mature Width: 22-28 inches

Bloom Color: Purple, Magenta

Bloom Time: Summer

Light: Sun

Zone: Zones 4-9

Maintenance: Moderate

Growth Rate: Moderate

Season of Interest: Summer

Foliage: Deciduous

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Designed & Reviewed by

Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Leading Lady Plum Bee Balm is a vibrant perennial known for its striking plum-colored flowers and aromatic foliage. It attracts pollinators and thrives in garden settings.

Ideal Conditions

Thrives in full sun to partial shade with consistent moisture. Prefers well-drained, fertile soil.

Soil Preferences

Requires good drainage and moderate moisture. Prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH and adapts to various soil types.

Sun Needs

Sun

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

pollinator gardenmass planting

Special Features

Attractive flowersattracts pollinators

Wildlife Value

Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant once established.

Notes from Our Designer

Great for adding color and attracting bees and butterflies. Can be used in naturalized settings.

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