Leading Lady Plum Bee Balm (Monarda 'Leading Lady Plum' PP26447) Unavailable

Leading Lady Plum Bee Balm

Monarda 'Leading Lady Plum' PP26447

Bee Balm

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The plant boasts lush, dark green, glossy foliage with magenta purple blossoms, accentuated by deep blackish purple bracts and delicate dark purple spots on the petals. Notably, it presents a second flush of blooms after the initial ones, extending the colorful display into midsummer. This variety is well-behaved in the garden, remaining in its designated spot without spreading. Its nectar-rich blossoms attract butterflies, hummingbirds, and honeybees, while the aromatic foliage naturally deters deer.

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Plant facts

Mature height12-18"
Mature spread36"
Growth rateFast
SunFull Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun)
WaterModerate
USDA hardiness zone4
Flower colorPurple shades
Foliage colorGreen

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Quick answers

How big does Leading Lady Plum Bee Balm get?

About 12-18" tall and 36" wide at maturity.

How much sun does Leading Lady Plum Bee Balm need?

Full Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun).

How much water does Leading Lady Plum Bee Balm need?

Moderate water use.

Will Leading Lady Plum Bee Balm grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?

It is rated hardy to USDA zone 4, so it suits sites in zone 4 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.

Is Leading Lady Plum Bee Balm deer resistant?

Yes, deer usually leave it alone.

Where can I buy Leading Lady Plum Bee Balm in Utah?

Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.

Can landscape contractors buy Leading Lady Plum Bee Balm wholesale?

Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.

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