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MONARDA 'Croftway Pink'
Commonly known as Bee balm, Bergamot
Striking bright pink
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Shades of pink - All shades of pink through to Carmine (red) - bright pink -
Height - 90cm (36in) -
Spread - 45cm (18in)
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Herbaceous - Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch. - perennial. Oval, toothed leaves to 14cm (5½in). Flowers to 5cm (2in) long in whorls with pink-tinged bracts.
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Hardy - very cold winter - Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Full sun - will not tolerate drying out in summer or excessive winter wet. -
Partial shade - or light, dappled shade -
Additional Features - Good to know - wildlife plant - insects -
Pests & Diseases - slugs, particularly in springtime. Powdery mildew in hot dry weather. -
Place of origin - garden origin. -
Hardiness - Fully hardy
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Scented Plants - Scented foliage
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Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil - humus-rich.
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Wildlife - Bee friendly
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