What is Balm Bee?
Bees balm is an umbrella term for permanent flowering herbs in the family monard . In addition to attracting bees, Balm Balm is very popular with butterflies and birds, making it an excellent choice for a garden that is designed to encourage animal visitors. The Bee balm is in the Mint family and shares some features with other plants in the Laminaceae group, but it does not feel mint. Instead, Balm Balm has a rich lemon smell that can be quite pleasant, especially when it gets the heat of the day. Monarda Didyma is one of the most commonly cultivated species because it has a high concentration of aromatic oil, which makes the balsam the smell so significant. All species in the family have elongated leaves and clusters of tubular flowers, in colors such as red, purple and white. Flowers grow to long uprights that slightly protrude above the leaves.
Bee Balm bed can be an excellent accentThe garden and the plant can also be used as a herbal boundary. The Bee balm tends to take over, so it should be planted and cropped carefully to be too aggressive. It is also subjected to molds and rotates and should be planted with a lot of surrounding space for ventilation and also a mulch to reduce mold. The plant thrives when it is left mostly alone, if it is well drained soil and is rarely connected. Thanks to this latest feature, Balm Bee is a popular choice for low -water gardening.
The plant is resistant in most USDA zones, although it can die back in extreme cold and frost. Bees balm should be cultivated from cuttings or root ball divisions, because the seeds are not always true. Most gardeners encourage divisions every two to three years to maintain Tredo healthy and ensure that there is enough space in the flowerfield.
In addition to smelling well, Balm Bee also tastes good. Can be used as a herbal accent on salads or as an olive aromao oils. The Bee balm is also historically used to prepare tea, and for this reason, in some parts of the United States is known as Oswego tea. Horsemint is another alternative name for bees balm, although it should not be confused with another type of mint from Europe.