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Bee balm/monarda question
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jakrum421
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| Posted: Thu Jun 25, 2009 5:08 pm Post subject: Bee balm/monarda question |
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Last year, my bee balm was crazy. It was about 6' tall and had so many flowers. Now this year, they are only about 3-4' tall and have a lot fewer flowers. I'm afraid they won't attract as many hummingbirds. I'm wondering if they are cyclical and have some years that are less prolific or am I doing/not doing something wrong? Anyone have any advice for me?
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| Posted: Thu Jun 25, 2009 5:36 pm Post subject: |
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Were they 6' tall in late June or later in the season?
I don't know if they grow differently year to year but I do know that this year mine are getting more shade than last year because of tree growth so they will be shorter than normal.
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| Posted: Thu Jun 25, 2009 6:26 pm Post subject: |
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Mine vary in height as well, it seems it all depends on temps and moisture. They like moist conditions here, but not too wet. They also like a warm, sheltered space, so when we cut the hedge back they grew smaller.
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Mine grew that tall in full sun. We'll see how they do next year. I think I'd just try feeding them regularly. Good luck.
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| Posted: Fri Jun 26, 2009 12:58 am Post subject: |
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My Monarda had a bad winter and is smaller than it used to be.
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