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Botanical Name:Monarda didyma 'Purple Rooster'
Form: Herbaceous perennial
Sun Exposure: Partial Shade/Full Sun
Height/Habit: 30 - 36"
Spread: 24 - 26"
Spacing: 24 - 30"
Hardiness Zone: Zones 4 - 9
Foliage Type: Aromatic, lance shaped mid green leaves.
Flower Form:Clusters of tubular flowers in dense whorls.
Flower Color: Royal purple
Flowering Date: Mid to late summer.
Planting Requirements:Best in full sun with good air circulation and adequate moisture.
Soil Requirements: Perfers moisture retentive soil, but tolerates a wide range of soil conditions.
Growth Rate: Moderate
Pruning: Cut back spent blooms to encourange additional flowering.
Time of Pruning: After flowering.
Additional Information: Monarda foliage is often used to flavor teas.