Monarda Gewitterwolke - Beebalm

Monarda x hybrida Gewitterwolke
Bergamot, Bee Balm, Oswego Tea, Horsemint

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3 pots received quickly! 2 in perfect condition but the third one is really not pretty!!! Dry, without leaf. But the root ball looked fine. All replanted while waiting for the flowering. These are tough plants and they should flower. To be continued.

Jean-Dominique, 13/03/2022

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A floriferous, large accommodating perennial with pink flowers in tousled bouquets with very colourful bracts. The dark green leaves are pleasantly aromatic. To be planted in ordinary, moderately moist but not too dry soil, in sun or partial shade, ideal for sunny flower beds or cool woodlands.

Flower size

4 cm

Height at maturity

80 cm

Spread at maturity

40 cm

Hardiness

Hardy down to -29°C

Soil moisture

Moist soil

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Best planting time March, October

Recommended planting time February to April, September to November

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Description

The abundant summer flowers of Monarda 'Gewitterwolke' are very bright pink, with deep pink bracts, against a superb backdrop of dark green, aromatic leaves. This is a large accommodating perennial for ordinary, moderately moist to not too dry soil, in full sun or partial shade, ideal for sunny flower beds or cool woodland areas.

Monardas or bee balms belong to the Lamiaceae family, which includes many medicinal and aromatic plants. 'Gewitterwolke' is a herbaceous perennial, with an upright clumping habit, 80 cm (32in) high with a spread of 40 cm (16in). It flowers for up to 8 weeks in July-August with unique, tousled inflorescences. Perched on upright stems are small, recurved, bright pink, 4 to 5 cm (2in) long flowers, surrounded by coloured bracts, with an upright upper lip and a more spread-out lower lip divided into three lobes. The flowers are nectar-rich and attract insects. The ornamental foliage is dark green in this variety and aromatic when crushed. The leaves are opposite, veined and toothed, 10 to 15 cm (4 to 6in) long. This plant covers the ground in two or three years, spreading through fine rhizomes without becoming invasive. It is very hardy and can also be very long-lived if the growing conditions are good.

In flower beds and borders, Monarda 'Gewitterwolke' will blend well with summer-flowering perennials in vibrant or pastel colours. Plant it in groups of six to achieve a beautiful mass of flowers and combine it with white, mauve or red phlox paniculata, or rose fuchsia willowherbs. Monarda 'Gewitterwolke' also pairs well in late summer with Asters lateriflorus, Campanulas lactiflora, Echinaceas, and other perennial plants. It is suitable for planting in borders, as well as on the banks of well-drained water features, where it will like the moisture. It is also found in meadows and forests. These flowers are delightful for creating beautiful bouquets. It is worth noting that Monarda contains essential oils similar to those of thyme and tea can be made from its fresh or dried leaves or flowers. The young shoots can also be used in salads or stuffing.

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Modified the 16 September 2025 by Valérie 13 min.

Monarda: planting, growing and care

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<a href="https://en.promessedefleurs.eu/perennials/perennials-by-variety/monarda-bee-balm.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Monarda</a> is a lovely perennial plant that offers a profusion of frilly, original, and decorative flowers in summer. Among the most well-known species is Monarda didyma, a species whose highly aromatic leaves were used in infusions by Native Americans, earning it the names "Oswego Tea" and "Red Bergamot". Very popular, Red Monarda is also one of the varieties favoured by gardeners, but the different species and cultivars come in a wide range of colours from white (M. 'Schneewittchen') to mauve (M. fistulosa menthifolia) and pink (M. 'Croftway Pink'). In addition to its charming, melliferous flowers, which are highly appreciated by bees, Monarda also has the advantage of bearing a highly aromatic foliage. Its scent combines mint and bergamot… hence its third name, "Bergamot Monarda"! It is highly valued in infusions but also in cooking, where it enhances many dishes, sauces, or beverages. Its medicinal properties, particularly antibacterial and digestive, are also used in herbal medicine. In the garden, Monardas are easy to use. They suit many garden styles, bringing colour and whimsy. They shine just as brightly at the edge of a vegetable garden, in an herb garden, or in a mixed border of an English garden. Natural and wild, they are simply perfect alongside grasses, Asters, and Echinaceas in naturalistic style gardens. [caption id="attachment_38860" align="aligncenter" width="1172"]<img class="wp-image-38860 size-full" src="https://www.promessedefleurs.com/blogwp/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/monarde-plusieurs-couleurs.jpg" alt="Monarda, several colours." width="1172" height="233" /> Monardas come in a beautiful palette of colours.[/caption] Hardy and low-maintenance, Monarda is an easy perennial that thrives in full sun and adapts to a wide range of soils. It only fears very poor soils (a spring application of compost is sufficient for its needs), wet lands, and confined spaces that promote the appearance of powdery mildew, the only benign disease known to affect it. Once established, it is a perennial that spreads quickly, forming a large clump. It is sometimes criticised for this dynamism, but rest assured: it is quite easy to contain, and a few strikes with a spade are enough to limit its expansion!

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Flowering

Foliage

Flowering

Flower colour pink

Flowering time July to August

Inflorescence Cluster

Flower size 4 cm

Bee-friendly Attracts pollinators

Good for cut flowers Cut flower blooms

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous

Foliage colour dark green

Aromatic? Fragrant foliage when creased

Plant habit

Height at maturity 80 cm

Spread at maturity 40 cm

Growth rate normal

Botanical data

Genus

Monarda

Species

x hybrida

Cultivar

Gewitterwolke

Family

Lamiaceae

Other common names

Bergamot, Bee Balm, Oswego Tea, Horsemint

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference • 813891

Planting and care

Monardas are perennial plants that dislike very dry soils and overly hot exposures, which promote powdery mildew attacks. This can also be a problem in moist soil. In fact, these plants need moist, but also very well-drained soil, rich, but light and humus-rich. They do not tolerate competition from other roots well. After planting, mulch the base with a layer of dead leaves or anything that can maintain soil moisture. Winter moisture is also an enemy for monardas, which is why good drainage is essential. In summer drought, water regularly. In autumn, cut back the withered stems to ground level. In poor soils, spread well-rottedcompost on the crowns.

Planting period

Best planting time March, October

Recommended planting time February to April, September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow

Type of use Border

Hardiness Hardy down to -29°C (USDA zone 5) Show map

Ease of cultivation Amateur

Planting density 5 per m2

Soil pH Acidic, Neutral

Soil type Silty-loamy (rich and light)

Soil moisture Moist soil, well-draining