Monarda didyma 'Cherry Pops' (Bee Balm)

Monarda didyma ‘Cherry Pops’ (SUGAR BUZZ® Series) (Bee Balm)

Bring bold midsummer color to your garden with Monarda didyma ‘Cherry Pops’. This compact Bee Balm forms upright clumps of dark green, aromatic foliage that releases a refreshing mint scent when crushed and can even be used to flavor teas. In midsummer, sturdy, well-branched stems are topped with 2–2½" dome-shaped clusters of vibrant cherry-red flowers that attract hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees.

With excellent resistance to powdery mildew and a manageable height of 16–24", ‘Cherry Pops’ is perfect for sunny borders, pollinator gardens, or patio containers. It delivers reliable color, fragrance, and wildlife appeal all summer long.

Light: Full sun to part shade
Height: 16–24"
Spread: 18–24"
Zones: 4–8
Features: Fragrant foliage · Pollinator magnet · Mildew resistant · Compact habit · Excellent for borders and containers