Monarda clinopodia aka Basil Beebalm

Even if you don't have a green thumb, you can successfully care for Basil Beebalm due to its easy-going nature.

Basil Beebalm should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Basil Beebalm loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

To ensure optimal growth, the Basil Beebalm prefers bright diffused light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

Ploi does not possess verified information regarding the toxicity of this particular plant. In the event that you, a member of your family, or a pet ingests plant material with an unclear toxicity level, it is highly recommended to seek the advice of a medical professional.

The Basil Beebalm should be transferred to a new pot once it has increased in size two-fold, or on an annual basis, whichever occurs earlier. Replacing the soil with fresh potting soil containing all the necessary nutrients, is sufficient enough to support the growth of the plant, thus avoiding the need to use fertilizer. It's important to note that plants derive their energy from the sun and not fertilizer.

Basil Beebalm grows vertically and new growth emerges from the top of the plant.

Basil Beebalm’s native range is Eastern N. America - New York to Illinois, Georgia and Kentucky.