Monarda x 'Leading Lady Razzberry' (Bee Balm)

Monarda x ‘Leading Lady Raspberry’ (Proven Winners) (Bee Balm)

Monarda x ‘Leading Lady Raspberry’ features bright raspberry-purple blooms set against dark green foliage with a subtle purple cast and contrasting dark bracts. Its compact, well-behaved habit makes it perfect for borders, containers, or small garden spaces.

This hardy perennial thrives in full sun to part shade with well-drained soil. Nectar-rich flowers attract hummingbirds, butterflies, and honeybees, while the foliage is deer-resistant, combining beauty, pollinator appeal, and garden reliability.

Light: Full sun to part shade
Height: 10–14"
Spread: 12–16"
Zones: 4–8
Features: Deer resistant · Pollinator magnet · Compact, well-behaved habit · Long-blooming · Excellent for borders and containers

Photo courtesy of Walters Gardens, Inc.