Pardon My Cerise
Monarda didyma
In growth
JFMAMJJASOND
In bloom
JFMAMJJASOND
Planting Guide
| Spacing | 12-18 in |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Mature size | 2-3 ft |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 3-5 years |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Planted | 2024 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Rich, organic |
| Soil pH | 6.0-7.0 |
| Zones | 4-9 |
| Native status | Native |
Appearance
| Type | Perennial |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Ovate (Egg-shaped) |
| Foliage colour | Green |
| Bloom | Red, Pink, Purple |
| Fruit | Nutlet |
| Evergreen | Herbaceous |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Fine Roots (< 2 mm) |
| Function | Absorptive Roots (Lower Orders) |
| Propagation | Seed |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
|---|---|
| Deer | Deer Resistant |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic |
| Edibility | Inedible |
Where it came from
| Grower | Proven Winners |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Cut back by one-third early in the season to promote compact growth. Regular deadheading prolongs the bloom period.
Maintenance
Cut plants down to ground after foliage dies back in late fall/winter.
Cleanup
Cut back completely after first hard frost. Remove debris to prevent fungal spores.
Notes
Named 'Oswego tea' after the Oswego Native American tribe.