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White bee balm
Botanical Name: Monarda clinopodia
Plant Family: Mint (Lamiacea) Description: A 2-4 ft. perennial with head-like clusters of tubular white to pink flowers atop square stems with large oval leaves. The leaves give off the scent of mint when bruised. Growing Conditions: From full sun to part shade. Prefers rich, moist acidic soils. Bloom Time: July through August Bloom Color: White to pink Benefit to pollinators/wildlife: Highly attractive to native bees, bumble bees, and honey bees. Nectar source for bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. Native Status: Native to PA Location in habitat: Pollinator Demonstration Garden |