Monarda 'Judith's Fancy Fuchsia'
Common: beebalmMonarda x 'Judith's Fancy Fuchsia' - 72 per flat
- Height: 3'-4'
- Spread: 18"-24"
- Spacing: 24"
- Hardiness Zone(s): 3-8
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Plant Details
A fan favorite at Mt. Cuba Center’s Monarda trials thanks to superior resistance to powdery mildew—this selection boasts sturdy, upright stems, and a prolific floral display of purplish-red flowers atop clean green foliage.
Characteristics & Attributes
Exposure
- Full Sun
- Part Sun
Soil Moisture Needs
- Moist
- Average
Green Infrastructure
- Meadow/Prairie
- Bioretention/Rain Garden
Plug Type
- Horticultural Plug
For Animals
- Pollinator-friendly
- Hummingbird-friendly
- Deer Resistant
Attributes
- Clay Tolerance
- Fragrant
- Edible
- Native to North America
- Cut Flower
Season of Interest (Flowering)
- Summer
Propagation Type
- Vegetative
Care & Maintenance
Grow in full sun and average to moist soil with good drainage. Water well on planting and regularly until established. Cut back stems to the ground in late winter/early spring. Drought tolerant and mildew resistant.
Interesting Notes
A taller beebalm cultivar, the purplish-red hues of 'Judith's Fancy Fuchsia' is a standout in the garden. Peak bloom occurs for over 3 weeks with 2 weeks bloom window on either side. An industry favorite, it was selected and named by Peter Heus from Enchanter’s Garden in Hinton, West Virginia. Hummingbirds love this variety!