Distinctive Spotted Flowers
Produces small yellow flowers marked with attractive purple to maroon spots.
Monarda Punctata Spotted Bee Balm Seeds for Sale
Suitable for home gardening use
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Monarda Punctata Spotted Bee Balm Seeds
Spotted Bee Balm (Monarda punctata), also known as Spotted Horsemint, is a distinctive native wildflower recognized for its yellow flowers with purple-maroon spots and decorative pink to lavender bracts. It attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. This aromatic perennial grows well in sunny gardens with sandy, well-drained soil.
Spotted Bee Balm
Native Wildflower
Pollinator Friendly
Aromatic Foliage
Key Features
Decorative Flower Bracts
Features layered pink, white, or lavender bracts surrounding its flower clusters.
Pollinator Attraction
Provides nectar and pollen for bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects.
Drought Tolerance
Establishes well in sunny locations with well-drained soil and tolerates occasional dry conditions.
Product Highlights
Yellow flowers with purple spots
Pink to lavender decorative bracts
Commonly called Spotted Horsemint
Native North American wildflower
Attracts bees and butterflies
Aromatic green foliage
Suitable for pollinator gardens
Tolerates dry, sandy soil
Specifications
| Scientific Name | Monarda punctata |
| Common Name | Spotted Bee Balm; Spotted Horsemint; Dotted Beebalm |
| Plant Family | Lamiaceae |
| Seed Type | Perennial Wildflower Seeds |
| Growth Habit | Upright, clump-forming herbaceous plant |
| Flower Color | Yellow with purple-maroon spots |
| Bract Color | Pink, white, and lavender shades |
| USDA Hardiness Zones | 4–9 |
| Planting Season | Spring or fall, depending on climate |
| Seed Starting | Surface sow seeds and lightly press into the soil |
| Germination Time | Approximately 14–21 days under suitable conditions |
| Germination Temperature | 60–70°F |
| Sunlight | Full sun to partial shade |
| Soil Requirements | Sandy, well-drained soil |
| Watering | Moderate watering during establishment; drought tolerant once established |
| Mature Plant Size | 1–3 feet tall |
| Plant Spacing | Approximately 12–18 inches apart |
| Bloom Time | Summer to early fall |
Growing Guide
Step 1: Prepare the Soil
Select a sunny garden location with sandy, well-drained soil. Avoid areas where water collects.
Select a sunny garden location with sandy, well-drained soil. Avoid areas where water collects.
Step 2: Sow the Seeds
Scatter seeds over the soil surface and press them lightly. Avoid covering them deeply because light supports germination.
Scatter seeds over the soil surface and press them lightly. Avoid covering them deeply because light supports germination.
Step 3: Maintain Moisture
Mist the soil gently and keep it evenly moist during germination without creating waterlogged conditions.
Mist the soil gently and keep it evenly moist during germination without creating waterlogged conditions.
Step 4: Provide Adequate Sunlight
Grow seedlings in full sun or partial shade. Allow sufficient spacing for healthy plant development.
Grow seedlings in full sun or partial shade. Allow sufficient spacing for healthy plant development.
Step 5: Encourage Flowering
Water young plants regularly until established. Allow flowers to mature if you want the plant to self-seed naturally.
Water young plants regularly until established. Allow flowers to mature if you want the plant to self-seed naturally.
Bring Pollinators to Your Garden with Spotted Bee Balm
Monarda punctata adds distinctive spotted flowers, decorative bracts, and aromatic foliage to wildflower and pollinator gardens. Grow this attractive native wildflower in sunny locations with well-drained soil to enjoy its seasonal blooms and pollinator appeal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find useful information about Spotted Bee Balm Seeds, flower characteristics, and growing requirements.
What do Monarda punctata flowers look like?
Monarda punctata produces small tubular yellow flowers with distinctive purple or maroon spots. The flowers appear in layered clusters surrounded by decorative pink, white, or lavender bracts.
Do Spotted Bee Balm seeds need cold stratification?
Cold, moist stratification for approximately 30 days can improve germination in some seed lots. Follow the supplier's instructions, as germination requirements can vary depending on seed condition and origin.
Does Spotted Bee Balm attract bees and butterflies?
Yes. Spotted Bee Balm is a valuable pollinator plant that provides nectar and pollen for bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects. Its flowers make it suitable for native wildflower and pollinator gardens.