- USDA Hardiness Zones 4-8
- Height 14-18 Inches Tall
- Spread 10-12 Inches Wide
This compact perennial is perfect for any space! Its petite size makes it a wonderful choice to place in containers, areas with limited space, and up front in sunny borders. Its fragrance is loved by pollinators and it will remain unbothered by deer. This summer bloomer will bring the pop of color you’ve been searching for!
Its bright pink and unique blooms are very fragrant. The foliage has an upright habit that is also fragrant. The Pardon My Cerise Bee Balm has a summer bloom season which is loved by pollinators. It is a compact variety that reaches fourteen to eighteen inches with a spread of then to twelve inches. Plant in garden planters as a filler, in sunny borders, or in a cut flower garden. These also look beautiful when mass planted. Pardon My Cerise Bee Balm is native to North America.
Pardon My Cerise Bee Balm Care
The Pardon My Cerise Bee Balm prefers full sun but will tolerate light shade. Soil should be rich and moist. It is tolerant to average garden soil. Ph level can range from alkaline to neutral. This perennial has consistent water needs. Deadheading will encourage a longer bloom season. Be sure the plant has plenty of air circulation to discourage the development of mildew. Cut back once flowering has finished. An all-purpose fertilizer should be applied in the spring.
Pardon My Cerise Bee Balm Spacing
The Pardon My Cerise Bee Balm is known to spread rapidly. Proper spacing is important so your plant does not get overcrowded. Spacing for the Pardon My Cerise Bee Balm should be at least ten to twelve inches, center on center.
Interesting Facts:
-Growing monarda near tomatoes in the garden is said to improve the health and flavor of the tomatoes.
-Monarda is the natural source of the antiseptic Thymol, the primary active ingredient in some kinds of mouthwash.
-Monarda didyma has a long history of being used by some tribes of Native Americans as a medicinal plant to cure skin infections, minor wounds and even excessive cases of gas.
Pardon My Cerise Bee Balm Plant Facts
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-8 |
| Flower Color(s): Pink to Red |
| Bloom Period: Summer |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun |
| Height Class: Medium |
| Height: 14-18 Inches |
| Spread: 10-12 Inches |
| Spacing: 10-12 Inches |
| Habit: Upright |
| Watering: Consistent |
| Drought Tolerant: No |
| Resists: Deer |
| Attracts: Hummbirds, Butterflies & Bees |
| Features: Fragrant Foliage |
| Scientific Name: Pardon My Cerise' Monarda didyma USPP 29,234 |
| Common Name: Pardon My Cerise Bee Balm |
| Other Name(s): Horsemint; Oswego Tea; Bergamot |
| Brand: Proven Winners |
- SKU:
- MONPC
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.
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
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
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
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
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
#5 Pot
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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Pre-Ordered Plants
Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated Spring Shipping Schedule
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
| Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
|---|---|
| Zone 10 | March 24th |
| Zone 9 | March 31st |
| Zone 8 | April 7th |
| Zone 7 | April 14th |
| Zone 6b | April 21st |
| Zone 6a | April 28th |
| Zone 5b | May 5th |
| Zone 5a | May 12th |
| Zone 4 | May 19th |
| Zone 3 | May 26th |
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