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  • Answered by
    MichiganDot on
    July 30, 2018
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    Sometimes perennials don't bloom their first year. The initial task is forming a hearty root structure that will take them through winter. Blooming drains a plant so is delayed until roots are firmly established. For annuals that bloom and die in one year, this isn't an issue. Make sure not to fertilize native plants as they are adapted to poor to average conditions. In rich soil, or if fertilized, there may be lots of top growth but few flowers. Don't cut them back as leaf surface for photosynthesis is crucial. Expect a nice floral display next year.

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    MichiganDot on
    July 31, 2018
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    Bee balm will spread via runners at a moderate rate if it is happy where it is. That means at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily and moist soil. Above ground runners send up new shoots so the easiest way to propagate bee balm is to divide it in early spring. Bee balm can also be grown from seed. The following link goes to a number of articles on bee balm, including growing from seed and cuttings. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/bee-balm

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    BushDoctor on
    August 1, 2018
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    Can you include a photo? Is this a white, powdery substance, or is it another color? Powdery mildew is most common, and can be gotten rid of quite easily.

    This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/disease/powdery-mildew-homemade-and-organic-remedies.htm

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    MichiganDot on
    August 5, 2018
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    Bee balm is a native plant that does well in poor to average soils. It should not be fertilized; indeed, with lots of fertilizer, it will grow large but not bloom. Keep the soil moist and plant in a mostly sunny area. The only fertilizer it needs is a inch or two of compost on top of the soil annually.

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    MichiganDot on
    September 3, 2018
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    Native bee balm produces seed. If you have a hybrid, it may be sterile. Also, hybrids do not come true from seed which means they revert back to characteristics from one of the hybrid parents. Here is an article on collecting seed and other forms of propagation: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/bee-balm/propagating-bee-balm-plants.htm

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    BushDoctor on
    October 8, 2018
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    Is is possible that you meant Monarda? I have never heard of a plant called minardar and could not find any reference to them. If this is what you mean, then yes, you will want to prune them back as they die off for the year, or after blooming.

    This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/bee-balm/bee-balm-care.htm

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    GKH_Susan on
    June 25, 2019
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    Yes, deadheading is essential with bee balm plants. As soon as flowers begin to fade, pinch off the tops. Without deadheading the plants will go to seed and flowering will cease. Also, bee balm requires a lot of sun, at least 6 hours to bloom well. And it prefers a moist soil with only light fertilization. Here is more information:

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/bee-balm/bee-balm-not-blooming.htm

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