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Jacob Cline Bee Balm

American Beauties Native Plants

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$37.49
This product does not ship to: Idaho
  • Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
  • Mature Height 3 - 4 Feet
  • Mature Spread 3 - 4 Feet
  • Growing Zones 3 - 8

Hummingbirds, butterflies, and home gardeners alike find it hard to resist the spectacular flowers of the Jacob Cline bee balm. Each July the deep scarlet, frilly flowers begin to appear above the aromatic leaves and the blooms continue to put on a show until fall. The dark green foliage has a pleasant scent of mint and basil. This cultivar of Monarda is more resistant to powdery mildew than other bee balms.

This plant offers deer and rabbit resistance and is a tough, fast, and aggressive grower. It quickly and reliably fills in space in the garden. Pair the Jacob Cline with yarrow or russian sage to create a spectacular display. The unique, tubular flowers add a touch of whimsy to the garden. Use them at the back of a garden as a vertical accent.

Jacob Cline Bee Balm Care

This bee balm prefers a site with full to partial shade. The ideal soil is moderately fertile, well-drained and rich in organic matter. Use an organic mulch around the plant and plan to water it regularly during dry weather so the soil stays consistently moist. Provide the Jacob Cline with plenty of space. This will ensure it has plenty of room to grow and have good airflow around the plant, a key to avoiding problems with leaf diseases.

Snipping off dead flowers or finished flower stalks encourages repeat blooming. Once the plant dies back in fall, cut it off just above the soil surface. 

Jacob Cline Bee Balm Spacing

The Jacob Cline bee balm has a spread and height of three to four feet. It is a fast grower and vigorous spreader, so provide each plant with at least three to four feet to grow or more if you plan to let it spread to its full potential.

Jacob Cline Bee Balm Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 8
Plant Type: Perennials
Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height: 3 - 4 Feet
Mature Spread: 3 - 4 Feet
Spacing: 3 - 4 Feet
Habit: Upright
Flower Color(s): Red
Flower Description:
Bloom Period: July into September
Foliage Type: Herbaceous
Foliage Color(s): Green
Foliage Description:
Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering, Fall Flowering
Watering: Average
Resists: Deer, Disease
Tolerates: Drought
Attracts: Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Container Role:
Uses: Borders, Containers, Mass Planting, Wildlife Gardens
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Low Maintenance, Native to North America
Brand: American Beauties Native Plants
Common Name: Jacob Cline Bee Balm
Other Name(s):
Scientific Name: MONARDA DIDYMA `JACOB CLINE`
SKU:
1231003338-pc

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

4.5 Pot

4.5" Pot
 Also Known As:
   4.5" Container

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months
 Plant Size:
   ~ 3"-6"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
 Volume:
   1.42 quarts

Quart Pot

Quart Pot
 Also Known As:
   Quart

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months - 1 year
 Plant Size:
   ~ 4"-8"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
 Volume:
   1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart

2.5 Quart
 Also Known As:
   2.5 Quart Pot

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 8"-12"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
 Volume:
   2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot
 Also Known As:
   #1 Container
    1 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 10"-14"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 7"H x 7.75"W
 Volume:
   2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot

#2 Pot
 Also Known As:
   #2 Container
    2 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 3 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-18"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
 Volume:
   1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot

#3 Pot
 Also Known As:
   #3 Container
    3 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2 - 4 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-30"
 Pot Size:
   ~9.5"H x 11"W
 Volume:
   2.32-2.76 gallons


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