Jacob Cline Bee Balm

Bring bold, fiery color and pollinator-friendly charm to your garden with Jacob Cline Bee Balm (Monarda didyma ‘Jacob Cline’). This outstanding perennial is known for its large, brilliant red flowers that bloom profusely from mid to late summer, attracting hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees. With its tall, upright habit and exceptional resistance to powdery mildew, ‘Jacob Cline’ is a favorite for adding height, color, and wildlife interest to borders, cottage gardens, and pollinator-friendly landscapes.

Key Features:

• Brilliant Red Blooms: Large, fringed flowers in a striking scarlet-red hue make a dramatic statement.
• Pollinator Magnet: A favorite of hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies, supporting a healthy garden ecosystem.
• Long Bloom Season: Blooms from mid to late summer, offering extended color and interest.
• Tall & Upright Growth: Reaches 3-4 feet tall and spreads 2-3 feet, ideal for back borders and mixed plantings.
• Highly Mildew-Resistant: Strong resistance to powdery mildew keeps foliage looking fresh all season.
• Drought Tolerant: Thrives in well-drained soils and withstands dry conditions once established.
• Deer & Rabbit Resistant: Helps protect your garden from browsing wildlife.

Care Tips:

• Plant in well-drained soil with full sun to partial shade for best flowering.
• Water regularly until established, then as needed during dry spells.
• Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering.
• Cut back in late fall or early spring to promote fresh, vigorous growth.

Whether used as a pollinator-friendly focal point, a vibrant border plant, or a striking addition to a wildlife garden, Jacob Cline Bee Balm delivers stunning color, excellent disease resistance, and season-long beauty. Its bold red blooms make it a must-have for any garden!