Overview
Monarda fistulosa 'Feckenham Fanfare' 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 fistulosa 'Feckenham Fanfare' 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 fistulosa, the wild bergamot or bee balm, is a wildflower in the mint family Lamiaceae, widespread and abundant as a native plant in much of North America. This plant, with showy summer-blooming pink to lavender flowers, is often used as a honey plant, medicinal plant, and garden ornamental.
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 fistulosa 'Feckenham Fanfare' 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 fistulosa 'Feckenham Fanfare'
- 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 fistulosa 'Feckenham Fanfare'?
Monarda fistulosa 'Feckenham Fanfare' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Monarda fistulosa 'Feckenham Fanfare' need?
Monarda fistulosa 'Feckenham Fanfare' grows best in loam soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Monarda fistulosa 'Feckenham Fanfare' hardy in the UK?
Monarda fistulosa 'Feckenham Fanfare' 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 fistulosa 'Feckenham Fanfare'?
Division in early spring, Basal softwood cuttings.
More in the Monarda genus
- Monardabergamot
- Monarda 'Bergamo'
- Monarda 'Cherokee'
- Monarda 'Deep Purple'bergamot 'Deep Purple'
- Monarda 'Petite Wonder'
- Monarda bradburiana
- Monarda didyma 'Duddiscombe'
- Monarda didyma 'Lilac Lollipop' (Sugar Buzz Series)