Invite vibrant color and pollinators into your garden with Red Monarda Flower seeds. Known for their striking red blooms and fragrant foliage, Monarda flowers are a favorite among bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. These heirloom, non-GMO seeds offer high germination rates and easy growth, making them perfect for home gardeners seeking a beautiful, pollinator-friendly addition to flower beds, borders, and containers.
Features & Specifications:
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Variety: Red Monarda – Pollinator Friendly
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Seed Type: Heirloom, non-GMO
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Germination Rate: High, reliable for home planting
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Plant Height: 60–90 cm (24–36 inches)
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Flowering Season: Mid to late summer
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Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
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Ideal For: Flower beds, borders, containers, and pollinator gardens
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
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Sowing: Sow seeds on the surface of a well-draining seed-starting mix. Lightly press into the soil; do not cover completely, as light aids germination.
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Watering: Keep soil evenly moist during germination, avoiding waterlogging.
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Temperature: Optimal germination occurs at 20–25°C (68–77°F).
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Germination Time: Seeds typically sprout in 10–15 days.
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Transplanting: When seedlings develop 2–3 true leaves, transplant outdoors after the last frost, spacing plants 30–45 cm apart.
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Care: Regular watering and deadheading spent blooms encourage continuous flowering and support pollinator activity.