Monarda 'Electric Neon Pink' (Electric Neon Series) — Clump-forming, Erect stems

Overview

Monarda 'Electric Neon Pink' (Electric Neon Series) is a clump-forming, erect stems herbaceous perennial in the genus Monarda, part of the Lamiaceae family, with aromatic, mid-green, lance-shaped or ovate leaves foliage. Monarda 'Electric Neon Pink' (Electric Neon Series) grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include mixed borders, herbaceous borders and prairie-style plantings.

About

Monarda 'Electric Neon Pink' (Electric Neon Series) is a clump-forming perennial in the Lamiaceae family, known for its erect stems and aromatic mid-green, lance-shaped or ovate leaves. This cultivar produces vibrant tubular flowers with two lips from summer to early autumn, adding striking colour to mixed or herbaceous borders and prairie-style plantings. It thrives in fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil with a pH ranging from acid to alkaline, preferring full sun or partial shade and can be grown in exposed or sheltered locations. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is best propagated by division in early spring or basal softwood cuttings.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Monarda

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil type: Loam
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Aspect: East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Monarda 'Electric Neon Pink' (Electric Neon Series) size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Herbaceous Perennial
Habit: Clump-forming, Erect stems
Foliage: Aromatic, Mid-green, Lance-shaped or ovate leaves
Suggested uses: Mixed borders, Herbaceous borders, Prairie-style plantings

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Monarda 'Electric Neon Pink' (Electric Neon Series)

Propagation: Division in early spring, Basal softwood cuttings
Pest resistance: Resistant to rabbits and deer
Disease resistance: Susceptible to powdery mildew

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Monarda 'Electric Neon Pink' (Electric Neon Series)?

Monarda 'Electric Neon Pink' (Electric Neon Series) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Monarda 'Electric Neon Pink' (Electric Neon Series) need?

Monarda 'Electric Neon Pink' (Electric Neon Series) grows best in loam soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Monarda 'Electric Neon Pink' (Electric Neon Series) hardy in the UK?

Monarda 'Electric Neon Pink' (Electric Neon Series) has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.

How do I propagate Monarda 'Electric Neon Pink' (Electric Neon Series)?

Division in early spring, Basal softwood cuttings.

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