| Bee Balm | |
| Beebalm |
| Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
| Life cycle: | Biennial |
| Sun Requirements: | Full Shade |
| Water Preferences: | Wet Mesic |
| Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 8a -12.2 °C (10 °F) to -9.4 °C (15 °F) |
| Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 5a |
| Leaves: | Unusual foliage color |
| Flowers: | Malodorous |
| Flower Color: | Bi-Color |
| Flower Size: | 2"-3" 5"-6" |
| Flower Time: | Late spring or early summer |
| Uses: | Culinary Herb |
| Wildlife Attractant: | Bees Hummingbirds Other Beneficial Insects |
| Resistances: | Tolerates foot traffic |
| Propagation: Other methods: | Layering Bulbs |
| Pollinators: | Self |
| Awards and Recognitions: | A.H.G.A. Hosta of the Year |
| Conservation status: | Least Concern (LC) |
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