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The showy blooms of the Sugar Buzz™ Lilac Lollipop Bee Balm stand out and create a captivating display. Also known as Monarda, this plant has 2.5-inch, globe-like flowers on upright stems. The fragrant flowers are a lavender hue and bloom from July through summer’s end.
This clump-forming plant makes a lovely addition to borders, beds, or containers. The Sugar Buzz™ Lilac Lollipop Bee Balm gives a space a cottage vibe. Deep green foliage provides additional color. The mesmerizing flowers are a draw for butterflies and hummingbirds. Grow this plant as a perennial in zones 4 through 8.
Sugar Buzz™ Lilac Lollipop Bee Balm Care
Bee Balm needs full to partial sun. Plant in rich, moist, well-drained soil and water when the soil is dry. Sugar Buzz™ Lilac Lollipop Bee Balm is a thirsty plant that thrives in damp conditions. Apply a layer of mulch to retain moisture. Remove spent flowers to encourage more blooms.
This plant is not a heavy feeder, but a dose of balanced fertilizer in the spring helps Bee Balm get off to a good start. Too much fertilizer may impact the number of blooms, so only feed the plant once per year.
Sugar Buzz™ Lilac Lollipop Bee Balm Spacing
Monarda SUGAR BUZZ® 'Lilac Lollipop' Bee Balm reaches 20 to 24 inches tall and 16 to 20 inches wide. This cultivar is resistant to powdery mildew, so you can space plants about 18 inches apart when creating a border or mass planting.
Sugar Buzz™ Lilac Lollipop Bee Balm Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 - 8 |
| Plant Type: Perennial |
| Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 20 - 24 Inches |
| Mature Spread: 16 - 20 Inches |
| Spacing: 16 - 20 Inches |
| Habit: Clumping, Upright |
| Flower Color(s): Purple |
| Flower Description: |
| Bloom Period: Mid July Through Late Summer |
| Foliage Type: Deciduous |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: Dark Green |
| Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: Deer, Rabbit |
| Tolerates: Heat |
| Attracts: Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Container Role: Filler |
| Uses: Borders, Containers, Mass Planting |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers, Fragrant |
| Brand: |
| Common Name: Sugar Buzz™ Lilac Lollipop Bee Balm |
| Other Name(s): Lilac Lollipop Bee Balm |
| Scientific Name: Monarda SUGAR BUZZ® 'Lilac Lollipop' |
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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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We want your plants to arrive in great condition! If you notice any issues upon delivery, contact us within 3 days.
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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 ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
| Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
|---|---|
| Zone 10 | March 31th |
| 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 |
Note: These are only estimated ship dates. Plants may ship out later depending on weather & growing conditions of the plant.
Note: Only plants indicated as pre-order will ship as shown above. All other plants and hard goods will ship as normal.
Plants that are currently in stock typically ship within 2-7 business days after your order is placed.
Plant Addicts ships to the lower 48 states within the U.S. Unfortunately, we do not currently ship to Alaska, Hawaii, or internationally.
This plant cannot be shipped to the following states: Idaho, AK, HI. These restrictions apply only to this specific plant due to agricultural regulations or other limitations. Other plants may still be available for shipping to these states.
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