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Description
Monarda Didyma Cherry Pops, also known as Bee Balm, is a perennial plant that belongs to the mint family. It is native to North America and is a popular choice among gardeners due to its colorful flowers that bloom in mid to late summer. The plant grows up to 2-4 feet tall and spreads up to 2-3 feet wide.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Monarda |
Appearance
Monarda Didyma Cherry Pops has bright red flowers that bloom in mid to late summer. The flowers are tube-shaped and grow in clusters, attracting bees and butterflies to the garden. The plant has dark green leaves that are fragrant when crushed. It grows upright and has a clumping habit.
Care Guide
To care for Monarda Didyma Cherry Pops, it needs to be watered regularly, especially during dry spells. It prefers moist, well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter. Fertilize the plant in early spring with a balanced fertilizer. It requires full sun to partial shade and can tolerate a range of hardiness zones (4-9).
Common Pests & Diseases
Monarda Didyma Cherry Pops is susceptible to powdery mildew, a fungal disease that causes a white powdery substance to appear on the leaves. It can also attract spider mites and thrips. To prevent these pests and diseases, ensure the plant is not overcrowded, and avoid overhead watering.
Habitat
Monarda Didyma Cherry Pops is native to North America and can be found in meadows, prairies, and woodland areas. It prefers moist soil and can tolerate full sun to partial shade.
Question and Answer
Q: Can Monarda Didyma Cherry Pops be grown in containers?
A: Yes, it can be grown in containers, but it requires regular watering.
Q: Does Monarda Didyma Cherry Pops attract bees and butterflies?
A: Yes, the plant has bright red flowers that attract bees and butterflies to the garden.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Monarda Didyma Cherry Pops?
A: Monarda Didyma Cherry Pops can tolerate a range of hardiness zones from 4-9.
Q: Can Monarda Didyma Cherry Pops be planted in full sun?
A: Yes, it can be planted in full sun to partial shade.
Related Plants
- Monarda didyma ‘Jacob Cline’
- Monarda fistulosa
- Monarda punctata
References
- “Monarda Didyma ‘Cherry Pops’.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=287680.
- “Monarda Didyma ‘Cherry Pops’ (Bee Balm).” Gardenia, www.gardenia.net/plant/monarda-didyma-cherry-pops-bee-balm.
