Overview
Monarda 'Schneewittchen' is a clump forming perennial in the genus Monarda, part of the Lamiaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Monarda 'Schneewittchen' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained soils and neutral and slightly acidic pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders, containers, cut flowers and bee garden.
About
Monarda 'Schneewittchen' (Snow White Bee Balm) is a perennial cultivar of the North American genus Monarda, part of the mint family Lamiaceae. It thrives in full sun or partial shade with well-drained, fertile, moist soil that is neutral to slightly acidic. This aromatic and herbal-scented plant is hardy in the UK (H5) and benefits from sheltered exposure. Suitable for borders, containers, cut flowers, and bee gardens, it requires deadheading to extend flowering and should be cut back after flowering to maintain bushiness and prevent legginess.
About the genus
Monarda is a genus of flowering plants in the mint family, Lamiaceae. The genus is endemic to North America. Common names include bergamot, bee balm, horsemint, and oswego tea, the first being inspired by the fragrance of the leaves, which is reminiscent of bergamot orange.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Monarda
- Sunlight
- full sun, partial shade
- Soil type
- well-drained
- Soil pH
- neutral, slightly acidic
- Soil moisture
- moist
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Monarda 'Schneewittchen' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- borders, containers, cut flowers, bee garden
- Fragrance
- aromatic,herbal
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Monarda 'Schneewittchen'
- Cultivation
- Prefers fertile, moist soil; avoid waterlogging; deadhead to prolong flowering.
- Pruning
- Cut back after flowering to encourage bushiness and prevent legginess.
- Propagation
- division,cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Slugs, Leaf and bud eelworms
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews, Rust diseases
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Monarda 'Schneewittchen'?
Prefers fertile, moist soil; avoid waterlogging; deadhead to prolong flowering.
Where is the best place to plant Monarda 'Schneewittchen'?
Monarda 'Schneewittchen' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Monarda 'Schneewittchen' need?
Monarda 'Schneewittchen' grows best in well-drained soil. It prefers neutral and slightly acidic soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
How do I prune Monarda 'Schneewittchen'?
Cut back after flowering to encourage bushiness and prevent legginess.
Is Monarda 'Schneewittchen' hardy in the UK?
Monarda 'Schneewittchen' 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 'Schneewittchen'?
Division,cuttings.