- Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 18 - 22 Inches
- Mature Spread 18 - 22 Inches
- Growing Zones 4 - 8
A bee balm unlike the rest. With its sought after blue-purple tone of color, this bee balm would be a prized possession in your garden when it blooms during the summer. Standing out from its relatives, this particular bee balm is known to have above average resistance against powdery mildew. This lavender take on the classic bee balm is a versatile perennial flower that will be popular within your landscape, borders, or containers, for many years to come.
Bee balm is a favorite among pollinators. It attracts both hummingbirds and butterflies. It’s a fragrant addition to the garden, making it a welcoming summer bloomer that sets the tone both with scent and color. The Sugar Buzz Blue Moon Bee Balm is a versatile plant, and can be a lively addition to cut flower bouquets as well, adding an element of texture.
Sugar Buzz Blue Moon Bee Balm Care
This perennial plant survives in hardiness zones four through eight. It’s flexible with regard to sunlight and can stand full sun, partial sun or partial shade. This bee balm prefers moist, well drained soil and an average amount of water. If a dry stretch is observed, supplemental water will be needed.
Once a stem has finished blooming, it can be cut to the ground. This plant will continue blooming and producing stems throughout the warm season.
Sugar Buzz Blue Moon Bee Balm Spacing
The Sugar Buzz Blue Moon Bee Balm can reach 18 to 22 inches high. It should be spaced 18 to 22 inches apart, as it grows upward and outward.
Sugar Buzz Blue Moon Bee Balm Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 - 8 |
| Plant Type: Perennials |
| Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 18 - 22 Inches |
| Mature Spread: 18 - 22 Inches |
| Spacing: 18 - 22 Inches |
| Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): Blue, Purple |
| Flower Description: |
| Bloom Period: Summer |
| Foliage Type: Herbaceous |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: |
| Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: Deer |
| Tolerates: Drought |
| Attracts: Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Container Role: |
| Uses: Borders, Containers, Mass Planting, Wildlife Gardens |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Low Maintenance |
| Brand: |
| Common Name: Sugar Buzz® Blue Moon Bee Balm |
| Other Name(s): |
| Scientific Name: MONARDA SB `BLUE MOON` |
- SKU:
- 1010812-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
Also Know 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
Also Know 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 Know As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 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 Know As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Know 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 Know 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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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations
Plant Shipping
Time of Order:
Summer Shipping
- If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.
- We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location
Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.
It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.
