Monarda Coral Reef Bee Balm
(Monarda didyma 'Coral Reef')
Add vibrant colour and pollinator power to your summer garden with Coral Reef Bee Balm, a bold and beautiful perennial that stands out with its unique salmon-pink blooms. Flowering from mid to late summer, this variety brings a softer twist to the classic bee balm palette, while still attracting bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds in abundance.
Coral Reef forms a sturdy, upright clump of aromatic, mildew-resistant foliage, making it a reliable and low-maintenance choice for sunny borders and wildlife-friendly gardens. Its tall stems and long-lasting flowers provide strong vertical impact and pair beautifully with ornamental grasses or other prairie perennials.
Hardy and vigorous, Coral Reef thrives in well-drained soil and full sun, performing well in Manitoba’s varied climate. It also makes a great cut flower and naturalizes easily over time, adding charm and colour to garden spaces year after year.
Coral Reef Bee Balm Monarda (Assorted Sizes)
Features:
-
Foliage Colour: Deep green; aromatic and mildew-resistant
-
Flower Colour: Soft coral to salmon-pink
-
Growth Habit: Upright and clump-forming
-
Light Requirements: Full sun to light shade
-
Bloom Time: Mid to late summer
-
Water Needs: Moderate; prefers moist, well-drained soil
-
Maintenance: Low; deadhead to prolong blooming and divide every few years to maintain vigor
Perfect For:
-
Pollinator gardens and wildlife-friendly landscapes
-
Sunny borders and prairie-style plantings
-
Cottage gardens and naturalized areas
-
Cut flower arrangements
-
Cold-hardy perennial gardens across Manitoba and Canada
