The members of the SUGAR BUZZ® Series from the Walters Gardens hybridizing program are perfectly suited to the middle of the flower border at 16-24" tall. All members in this series are similar in size, bloom time, and vigor, making it easy for growers to offer the entire series. In midsummer, they form a solid dome of color with their 2-2½" flowers on strong, well-branched stems. The dark green foliage forms an upright clump with enough vigor to quickly fill out containers nicely but are not aggressive in the garden. As with all Monardas from the Walters Gardens hybridizing program, these display above average resistance to powdery mildew.
In midsummer, 'Lilac Lollipop' forms a solid dome of lavender lilac, 2-2½” flowers on strong, well-branched stems. The dark green foliage forms an upright clump that will fill out containers nicely but won’t run all over the garden. It displays above average resistance to powdery mildew.
Monarda is native to eastern North America, so it is easy to grow and it multiplies quickly. The flowers' sweet nectar attracts scores of hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees to the garden. The aromatic foliage smells like mint when crushed and is often used to flavor teas.
*The SUGAR BUZZ® Series trademark is owned by Walters Gardens, Inc.
Height:
19.0 Inches
Spread:
16.0 Inches
Hardiness Zones:
4,5,6,7,8
Flower Color:
Pink shades Purple shades
Foliage Color:
Green shades
Sunlight:
Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun) Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)
Water Requirements:
Average Water Needs Consistent Water Needs
Soil Quality:
Average Soil Quality Fertile Soil Quality
Soil Chemistry:
Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0) Alkaline Soil (pH > 7.0)
Bloomtime:
Midsummer Late Summer
Attracts Wings:
Attracts Butterflies Attracts Hummingbirds Bee Friendly
Critter Resistant:
Deer Resistant
Growth Rate:
Medium
Garden Style:
Cottage Eclectic Rain Garden
Other Features:
Border Plant Cut Flower Cut Foliage Fragrant Flowers Fragrant Foliage Mass Planting
Origin:
Native to North America
Monarda can be found naturally along riverbanks and enjoys this rich, organic, moist soil. However, it will grow in average soil as well. Full sun is best, but light shade is tolerated. Plants tend to spread more quickly in the shade, however.
Most monardas multiply rapidly either by underground stems or self-sowing. Deadheading spent blooms will prolong the bloom time.
Powdery mildew is a common fungal problem with monarda. Some varieties are more resistant to it than others. To prevent this fungus from appearing, large clumps should be thinned out so that the air circulates freely around them. The soil should also be kept consistantly moist; dry soil promotes powdery mildew.
Container:
Trade 1 Gallon Container
When to Plant:
Late winter to spring
Finish:
7-9 weeks
Container:
Premium 1 Gallon Pot
When to Plant:
Late summer
Finish:
8-10 weeks
Growing Temperature:
Rooting out: 62-68° F
Growing: 65-72° F
Holding Temperature:
50° F outdoors
Soil PH:
5.8-6.4
EC (What is EC?):
1.5-2.5 pour through method
Fertility:
Monarda are moderate feeders and perform best using a constant liquid fertilization program at 75-100 ppm or higher rates of 150-200 ppm as needed.
Vernalization:
Cold beneficial, provide 9 weeks of cold for consistent flowering.
Pests & Diseases:
Aphids, spider mites, thrips and whiteflies.
Cercospora leaf spot, powdery mildew, Rhizoctonia crown rot, and rust.
Spacing and good air circulation is helpful against some diseases such as powdery mildew. Hand watering is also recommended so the foliage is less likely to get wet often.
Potting & Timing:
For best results plant monarda during the summer months, bulk up and sell the following spring.
Moisture:
Performs best in moist, well-drained soil. Don't allow the soil to dry out.
Planting Level:
Plant crowns at soil level or just below.
PGRs/Pinching:
Pinch 2 weeks after transplanting to promote branching.
If height control is necessary, spray applications using a tank mixture of daminozide (B-Nine, Dazide) at 2,000 ppm and uniconazole (Concise, Sumagic) at 3 ppm will provide adequate control.
Lighting:
Requires long days for flowering. Grow under high light levels.
Height:
19.0 Inches
Spread:
16.0 Inches
Hardiness Zones:
4,5,6,7,8
Flower Color:
Pink shades Purple shades
Foliage Color:
Green shades
Sunlight:
Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun) Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)
Water Requirements:
Average Water Needs Consistent Water Needs
Soil Quality:
Average Soil Quality Fertile Soil Quality
Soil Chemistry:
Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0) Alkaline Soil (pH > 7.0)
Bloomtime:
Midsummer Late Summer
Attracts Wings:
Attracts Butterflies Attracts Hummingbirds Bee Friendly
Critter Resistant:
Deer Resistant
Growth Rate:
Medium
Garden Style:
Cottage Eclectic Rain Garden
Other Features:
Border Plant Cut Flower Cut Foliage Fragrant Flowers Fragrant Foliage Mass Planting
Origin:
Native to North America
Monarda can be found naturally along riverbanks and enjoys this rich, organic, moist soil. However, it will grow in average soil as well. Full sun is best, but light shade is tolerated. Plants tend to spread more quickly in the shade, however.
Most monardas multiply rapidly either by underground stems or self-sowing. Deadheading spent blooms will prolong the bloom time.
Powdery mildew is a common fungal problem with monarda. Some varieties are more resistant to it than others. To prevent this fungus from appearing, large clumps should be thinned out so that the air circulates freely around them. The soil should also be kept consistantly moist; dry soil promotes powdery mildew.
Container:
Trade 1 Gallon Container
When to Plant:
Late winter to spring
Finish:
7-9 weeks
Container:
Premium 1 Gallon Pot
When to Plant:
Late summer
Finish:
8-10 weeks
Growing Temperature:
Rooting out: 62-68° F
Growing: 65-72° F
Holding Temperature:
50° F outdoors
Soil PH:
5.8-6.4
EC (What is EC?):
1.5-2.5 pour through method
Fertility:
Monarda are moderate feeders and perform best using a constant liquid fertilization program at 75-100 ppm or higher rates of 150-200 ppm as needed.
Vernalization:
Cold beneficial, provide 9 weeks of cold for consistent flowering.
Pests & Diseases:
Aphids, spider mites, thrips and whiteflies.
Cercospora leaf spot, powdery mildew, Rhizoctonia crown rot, and rust.
Spacing and good air circulation is helpful against some diseases such as powdery mildew. Hand watering is also recommended so the foliage is less likely to get wet often.
Potting & Timing:
For best results plant monarda during the summer months, bulk up and sell the following spring.
Moisture:
Performs best in moist, well-drained soil. Don't allow the soil to dry out.
Planting Level:
Plant crowns at soil level or just below.
PGRs/Pinching:
Pinch 2 weeks after transplanting to promote branching.
If height control is necessary, spray applications using a tank mixture of daminozide (B-Nine, Dazide) at 2,000 ppm and uniconazole (Concise, Sumagic) at 3 ppm will provide adequate control.
Lighting:
Requires long days for flowering. Grow under high light levels.
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