Planting Bee Balm Seeds
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Planting bee balm seeds is an easy way to add vibrant color and pollinator activity to your garden. Bee balm produces clusters of bright, fragrant flowers that attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds throughout the summer. The seeds can be started indoors in early spring or sown directly outdoors after the last frost. With the right sunlight, moderate watering, and well-drained soil, bee balm grows into hardy perennial plants that return year after year.



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Features
Life Cycle
Perennial
Planting Season
Spring / Fall
Growth Habit
Upright clumps
Flavor Profile
Minty, citrus-like
Plant Characteristics
Fragrant blooms
Use
Ornamental, pollinators
Growing Conditions
Full sun, moist soil
Harvest Advantages
Long blooming season
Plant Resistance
Deer resistant
Bee Balm Seeds
Monarda didyma
Seed Names
Bee Balm, Monarda
Seed Type
Open-pollinated
Bee balm is a colorful perennial herb known for its fragrant, nectar-rich flowers that attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. It adds beauty to gardens and is often used in pollinator-friendly landscapes. Traditionally, its leaves have been used for teas with a refreshing, minty taste.
Planting Information
Light Requirement
Full sun to part shade
Planting Depth
¼ inch
Sowing Method
Direct or indoor start
Plant Spacing
18–24 inches
Days to Maturity
90–120 days
Soil Preparation
Stratification helpful
Hardiness Zones
4–9
Water Needs
Moderate, consistent moisture
Planting Season
Spring to early summer
Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
100
Upto 15 sq. ft.
500
Upto 75 sq. ft.
1000
Upto 150 sq. ft.
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These seeds brought so much life to my backyard. The flowers are healthy, bright, and hummingbirds and bees are constantly visiting. Very happy with this purchase!
I planted these in a partly shaded area, and they still thrived. The flowers are long-lasting and vibrant, and I�ve already recommended them to friends.
I planted these seeds in early spring and within weeks, the bee balm sprouted beautifully. The flowers are bright and attract tons of pollinators to my garden. Definitely worth the wait!
Not all seeds germinated, but the ones that did grew into healthy, colorful plants. The bees seem to love them, which makes me happy.
The seeds themselves were good, but I found the germination uneven. Still, the blooms are gorgeous and attract pollinators, so I�m satisfied overall.