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Sugar Buzz™ Cherry Pops Bee Balm (Monarda ‘Cherry Pops’)

Sugar Buzz™ Cherry Pops Bee Balm (Monarda ‘Cherry Pops’)

Sugar Buzz™ Cherry Pops Bee Balm is a compact, long-blooming perennial valued for its vibrant cherry-red flowers and strong garden performance. This cultivar of Monarda is part of the Sugar Buzz™ series, bred for improved mildew resistance, compact growth, and extended flowering.

This herbaceous perennial forms a dense, upright clump of aromatic green foliage. From mid to late summer, it produces bold, tufted flower heads in bright cherry-red tones that attract pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. The fragrant foliage also adds sensory interest to the garden.

Cherry Pops Bee Balm is well-suited for borders, pollinator gardens, and cottage-style plantings. Its compact habit makes it ideal for smaller spaces and front- to mid-border placement.

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Sun Requirements ▾

Full sun to partial shade. Provide at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for sturdy growth and abundant flowering. Light afternoon shade can be beneficial in particularly hot locations, although excessive shade may reduce blooming and encourage less compact growth.

Watering Instructions ▾

Moderate. Bee Balm performs best with relatively consistent soil moisture, particularly during establishment, flowering, and periods of hot weather. Water deeply when the upper portion of the soil begins to dry, but avoid keeping the root zone continuously saturated. Mulching can help conserve moisture and keep the roots cool.

Care Tips ▾

Deadhead faded flowers to maintain a tidy appearance and encourage additional blooming when conditions are favourable. Provide good air circulation around the foliage and avoid overcrowding plants. Divide established clumps every few years in spring if they become congested or begin spreading beyond their desired area. A moisture meter is a great way to gauge your plant's moisture levels.
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