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Peter's Purple is a natural hybrid cross of two southern Monarda species that blooms in mid-summer with showy lavender-purple flowers. The glossy foliage is mildew resistant. This variety is moderately xeric once established. Drought resistant/drought tolerant plant (xeric).
Zones
6 - 10
Advantages
Bee Friendly
Attract Butterflies
Attract Hummingbirds
Deer Resistant
Native
Multiplies / Naturalizes
Easy To Grow
Good For Cut Flowers
Fragrant Flower / Foliage
Good For Containers
Rabbit Resistant
Edible
Adds Texture
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Water Tolerance
Low-Water
Mature Height
40-48" tall
Mature Spread
18-24" wide
Bloom Time
Summer
Shipping Details
Now shipping to zones 7-10. Other zones shipping soon. Learn More…
Item Package Size
Plant - 5" Deep Pot
SKU
HC014654
USDA Hardiness Planting Zones
To determine if a plant is sufficiently cold hardy, the USDA created numbered zones indicating winter low
temperatures; the lower the zone number the colder the winter.
If the coldest winter temperature expected in your area is -15°F (zone 5) then any plants rated zones 3-5 will
survive the winter temperatures in your area.
If you live in very warm winter areas (zones 9-11) plants with zones 3-4 ratings are not recommended. The lack
of freezing winter temperatures do not provide a time for winter dormancy (rest).
40-48" tall x 18-24" wide (cutting propagated). At last, a cold hardy, heat tolerant, xeric Bee Balm! 'Peter's Purple' is as beautiful as it is durable in the garden. A garden hybrid between Monarda bartlettii and Monarda fistulosa, this vigorous, heat lover blooms for months in summer with showy lavender-purple flowers. The deep green foliage is completely powdery mildew resistant, making it a "must have" hummingbird plant for all areas of the US.
More Information
SKU
HC014654
Item Package Size
Plant - 5" Deep Pot
Common Name
Peter's Purple Bee Balm
Botanical Name
Monarda x Peter's Purple
Zones
6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Flower Color
Purple
Mature Height
40-48" tall
Mature Spread
18-24" wide
Bloom Time
Summer
Ships As
Potted Plant
Soil Type
Average Soil, Sandy Soil, Clay Soil
Soil Moisture
Waterwise
Advantages
Bee Friendly, Attract Butterflies, Attract Hummingbirds, Deer Resistant, Native, Multiplies / Naturalizes, Easy To Grow, Good For Cut Flowers, Fragrant Flower / Foliage, Good For Containers, Rabbit Resistant, Edible, Adds Texture
Ideal Region
Anywhere In The US
Planting Time
Spring / Summer, Fall
Native To
North America
Ships To Canada
No
Planting Guides
Tips for Growing Bee Balm
Bee Balm (Monarda) is a showy and vigorous old-fashioned garden perennial that blooms in summer. Bee Balm is, as the name suggests, “bee friendly,” deer resistant and will attract hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden. The varieties we carry are highly resistant to powdery mildew.
Plant Bee Balm in full sun (or part shade in hot summer climates).
This plant enjoys moist and fertile garden soil.
Mulch and water regularly. Water Bee Balm if rainfall is less than 1 inch per week.
Fertilize once annually in fall or spring with a top dressing mixture of Yum Yum Mix and compost.
Divide the plants in fall every few years to keep them vigorous.
If you have particularly challenging gardening conditions (hot humid summers, periodic drought, or cold winters--as low as USDA zone 4), we recommend planting Mondarda fistulosa or Monarda 'Peter's Purple' (USDA zone 6) which grow easily in most soil types, including clay. The cold hardy zone 4 varieties are excellent for fall planting.
View more Planting Guides, or download our complete Planting Guide for tips on caring for your plants when you receive your order, as well as planting instructions for Perennials, Spring-Planted Bulbs, Fall-Planted Bulbs, Cacti & Succulents, Xeric Plants and more.
Shipping
Zone
Shipping Status
Zone 2
Shipping begins the week of May 15th, 2023
Zone 3
Shipping begins the week of May 15th, 2023
Zone 4
Shipping begins the week of May 15th, 2023
Zone 5
Shipping begins the week of April 24th, 2023
Zone 6
Shipping begins the week of April 17th, 2023
Zone 7
Now Shipping
Zone 8
Now Shipping
Zone 9
Now Shipping
Zone 10
Now Shipping
As soon as your order is placed you will receive a confirmation email. You will receive a second email the day your order ships telling you how it has been sent. Some perennials are shipped as potted plants, some as perennial roots packed in peat. The ‘Plant Information’ section describes how that item will ship. All perennials and spring-planted bulbs are packaged to withstand shipping and are fully-guaranteed. Please open upon receipt and follow the instructions included.
Perennials and spring-planted bulbs are shipped at the proper planting time for your hardiness zone. Perennial and spring-planted bulb orders will arrive separately from seeds. If your order requires more than one shipment and all items are shipping to the same address, there is no additional shipping charge. See our shipping information page for approximate ship dates and more detailed information. If you have any questions, please call Customer Service toll-free at (800) 925-9387 or contact us by email.
Shipping Rates
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US Shipping Charges
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$8.99
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$10.99
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$16.99
$100 and Over
$18.99
Canadian Shipping Charges
Merchandise
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$39.95
We charge one low flat rate for shipping our products even if your order requires multiple shipments. If you have any questions, please call us at (800) 925-9387.
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