Monarda - Petite Delight

Monarda ‘Petite Delight’ is a compact, long-blooming bee balm variety known for its fragrant, bright pink-purple flowers and aromatic, mildew-resistant foliage. Blooming from mid to late summer, this dwarf cultivar forms a neat, rounded clump perfect for small gardens, borders, and pollinator plantings. ‘Petite Delight’ was bred for improved disease resistance and shorter stature, making it an ideal choice for gardeners seeking the classic beauty of Monarda without the sprawling growth. Loved by bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, this hardy perennial brings vibrant color and wildlife activity to any sunny space.

Key Features:

• Vivid pink-purple flowers bloom in mid to late summer.
• Compact growth habit—ideal for borders and smaller gardens.
• Highly fragrant, mint-scented foliage.
• Resistant to powdery mildew and garden pests.
• Attracts pollinators including bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
• Great for cut flowers and naturalized gardens.
• Deer-resistant and easy to grow.

Plant Care Instructions:

• Light Requirements: Prefers full sun for best flowering, but tolerates light partial shade, especially in hot climates.
• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during blooming. Tolerates short dry spells once established.
• Soil: Thrives in well-draining, moderately fertile soil enriched with organic matter. Avoid waterlogged conditions.
• Temperature & Hardiness Zone: Hardy in Zones 3–9. – Hardy to Zone 3b, surviving winter temperatures down to –37 °C.
• Fertilizer: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring for strong growth and bloom production.
• Pruning & Maintenance: Deadhead spent blooms to extend flowering period. Cut back stems after blooming or in early spring to encourage dense new growth.
• Special Notes: Compact and well-behaved—excellent in containers, formal beds, or naturalistic gardens. Divide every 2–3 years to maintain vigor.