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MONARDA 'Fireball'
Commonly known as Bee balm, Bergamot
Reddish purple flowers
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Purple - Shades of purple/mauve/lilac/violet - reddish purple -
Height - 45cm (18in) -
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. - compact, upright, clump-forming perennial with lance-shaped to oval, toothed leaves on square stems. Leaves have conspicuous veins.
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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 or excessive winter wet -
Partial shade - light, dappled shade -
Additional Features - Good to know - - wildlife plant - insects. Resistant to mildew -
Pests & Diseases - slugs, particularly in springtime. Powdery mildew in hot dry summers. -
Place of origin - garden origin -
Hardiness - Fully hardy -
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Scented Plants - Scented foliage -
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Seasonal Interest - Summer -
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Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil - - humus-rich
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Wildlife - Bee friendly -
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