Dotted Horsemint (Monarda punctata) Plugs
Multiple whorls of flowers are produced at the tip of a square stalk that can reach heights of 24 to 36 inches above the main foliage. The flowers have a unique two-lipped shape, resembling little crowns in shades of yellow or cream, adorned with small purple spots. Beneath the blossoms, you will find 5 to 10 pink to purple bracts.
These flowers bloom from July through September and, as they belong to the mint family, emit a fragrant aroma reminiscent of oregano.
The sweet nectar is highly attractive to pollinators and is especially favored by the endangered Karner Blue butterfly. Pollinators also seek out the protein-rich pollen these flowers provide. The ornate stacked inflorescence of Monarda punctata makes it an excellent cut flower that can last for days with regular water changes.
This plant attracts bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and beneficial insects. It also serves as a host plant for the Southern Purple Mint Moth (Pyrausta laticlavia).
Monarda punctata thrives in full sun to partial shade, reaching a mature height of 24 to 36 inches and a spread of 12 to 24 inches. It flourishes in loamy, sandy, and well-drained soil, and it is resistant to deer and rabbits.
Wildflower seeds also make excellent housewarming gifts and can be wonderful stocking stuffers!
Multiple whorls of flowers are produced at the tip of a square stalk that can reach heights of 24 to 36 inches above the main foliage. The flowers have a unique two-lipped shape, resembling little crowns in shades of yellow or cream, adorned with small purple spots. Beneath the blossoms, you will find 5 to 10 pink to purple bracts.
These flowers bloom from July through September and, as they belong to the mint family, emit a fragrant aroma reminiscent of oregano.
The sweet nectar is highly attractive to pollinators and is especially favored by the endangered Karner Blue butterfly. Pollinators also seek out the protein-rich pollen these flowers provide. The ornate stacked inflorescence of Monarda punctata makes it an excellent cut flower that can last for days with regular water changes.
This plant attracts bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and beneficial insects. It also serves as a host plant for the Southern Purple Mint Moth (Pyrausta laticlavia).
Monarda punctata thrives in full sun to partial shade, reaching a mature height of 24 to 36 inches and a spread of 12 to 24 inches. It flourishes in loamy, sandy, and well-drained soil, and it is resistant to deer and rabbits.
Wildflower seeds also make excellent housewarming gifts and can be wonderful stocking stuffers!
Multiple whorls of flowers are produced at the tip of a square stalk that can reach heights of 24 to 36 inches above the main foliage. The flowers have a unique two-lipped shape, resembling little crowns in shades of yellow or cream, adorned with small purple spots. Beneath the blossoms, you will find 5 to 10 pink to purple bracts.
These flowers bloom from July through September and, as they belong to the mint family, emit a fragrant aroma reminiscent of oregano.
The sweet nectar is highly attractive to pollinators and is especially favored by the endangered Karner Blue butterfly. Pollinators also seek out the protein-rich pollen these flowers provide. The ornate stacked inflorescence of Monarda punctata makes it an excellent cut flower that can last for days with regular water changes.
This plant attracts bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and beneficial insects. It also serves as a host plant for the Southern Purple Mint Moth (Pyrausta laticlavia).
Monarda punctata thrives in full sun to partial shade, reaching a mature height of 24 to 36 inches and a spread of 12 to 24 inches. It flourishes in loamy, sandy, and well-drained soil, and it is resistant to deer and rabbits.
Wildflower seeds also make excellent housewarming gifts and can be wonderful stocking stuffers!