Pardon My Lavender II
Monarda didyma
In growth
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In bloom
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 12-18 inches apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Mature size | 18-24 inches tall |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 3-5 years |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Planted | 2024 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun |
|---|---|
| Water | Low to Average |
| Soil type | Well-drained |
| Soil pH | 6.0-7.0 |
| Zones | 5-9 |
| Native status | Native |
Appearance
| Type | Perennial |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Ovate (Egg-shaped) |
| Foliage colour | Gray-green |
| Bloom | Purple |
| Fruit | Nutlet |
| Evergreen | Herbaceous |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Fine Roots (< 2 mm) |
| Function | Absorptive Roots (Lower Orders) |
| Propagation | Division, Stem Cuttings |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Hummingbirds, Bees, Butterflies, Moths |
|---|---|
| Deer | Both |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic |
| Edibility | Inedible |
Where it came from
| Grower | Proven Winners |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Completely edible leaves and flowers can be used raw in salads, brewed into hot tea, or used as a culinary garnish.
Maintenance
Sanitize tools with rubbing alcohol between cuts. Divide roots every 2-3 years in early spring.
Cleanup
Inspect foliage after first October frost; cut to soil line if mildew is present. Otherwise, leave stalks for winter wildlife.
Notes
Monarda didyma is completely edible, and its mint-citrus scented leaves and lavender-purple flowers can be used raw in salads, brewed into hot tea, or used as a culinary garnish.