Perennials

Monarda 'Cherry Pops'

Cherry Pops bee balm

Monarda 'Cherry Pops', photo courtesy of Ball Horticulture / National Garden Bureau

Cherry-red flowers top sturdy stems and aromatic foliage. A compact bee balm for moist borders and pollinator gardens. Remove mildewed foliage; resistance does not eliminate disease.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun to part shade
Mature size: 20 in. tall × 26 in. wide
Water: Consistently moist
Hardiness: USDA zones 4–8
Bloom: Cherry red; summer.

Sizes & prices

#1$17.99

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Deer: Resistant, not browse-proof.
Drought: Keep consistently moist; not a dry-site choice.
Wet soil: Moist, well-drained soil; avoid stagnant water.
Mildew: Improved resistance, not immunity; allow air circulation.

Resistance is not a guarantee; deer and rabbits may browse any plant.

Pollinators & wildlife

Attracts: Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Growing & care

Watering: Water the soil during dry periods; avoid drought stress.
Airflow: Thin crowded stems and divide spreading clumps as needed.

Sources & photo credits

Walters Gardens

Photo: Ball Horticulture / National Garden Bureau · National Garden Bureau licensed photo reuse; credit/link NGB and proper variety name required

Reviewed September 19, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.