Enhance your garden with Purple Monarda Punctata, an heirloom variety celebrated for its striking purple blooms and aromatic foliage. Naturally non-GMO and easy to grow, this plant thrives in borders, containers, and shaded areas of home landscapes. Its long-lasting flowers and shade-tolerant nature make it perfect for gardeners seeking visually appealing, low-maintenance plants that attract pollinators while adding vibrant color and charm to any garden setting.
Features & Specifications
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Plant Type: Perennial flowering plant
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Flower Color: Purple with yellow accents
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Growth Habit: Upright, clumping form
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Height: 12 – 24 inches
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Bloom Season: Summer
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Uses: Borders, containers, shade gardens, pollinator-friendly landscapes
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Seed Quality: Heirloom, Non-GMO, high germination rate
Planting & Sowing Instructions
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Sowing Time: Sow seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors after frost.
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Soil Requirements: Well-draining, fertile soil enriched with organic matter.
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Light Needs: Partial shade to full sun; thrives in shaded areas.
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Sowing Depth: Sow seeds lightly on soil surface and press gently; do not cover deeply.
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Spacing: 12 – 18 inches apart for healthy growth.
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Watering: Keep soil evenly moist during germination; moderate watering once established.
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Care Tips: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooms; trim lightly to maintain compact form.
