Bee Balm (Monarda didyma 'Jacob Cline')

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Resistances
Powdery Mildew, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
Sun Requirements
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Uses
Medicinal Herb
Wildlife Attractant
Bees, Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Bloom Size
3"-4"
Child plants
one child plant
Flower Color
Red
Flower Time
Summer, Late summer or early fall, Fall, Other: Deadheading flowers ensures more flowering throughout the season.
Flowers
Showy, Fragrant
Leaves
Unusual foliage color, Fragrant
Life cycle
Perennial
Minimum cold hardiness
Zone 4a -34.4 °C (-30 °F) to -31.7 °C (-25 °F)
Plant Habit
Herb/Forb
Plant Height
3 to 4 feet (.9-1.2m)
Plant Spread
2 to 3 feet (60-91cm)
Propagation: Other methods
Cuttings: Stem, Cuttings: Root, Division, Other: Divide every 3-4 years or when overcrowding occurs.
Propagation: Seeds
Self fertile, Suitable for wintersowing, Can handle transplanting
Detailed Information

While *Monarda didyma* (Bee Balm) is native to North America, ‘Jacob Cline’ is a *cultivar* of that species. Therefore, its “native region” is a bit more complicated. Here’s the breakdown:

* **General species (Monarda didyma):** Eastern North America, specifically the eastern United States and Canada. Think areas like the Appalachian Mountains, the Great Lakes region, and the Northeast.

* **’Jacob Cline’ Cultivar:** Cultivars are developed by plant breeders selecting for specific traits. In the case of ‘Jacob Cline’, it was discovered in Georgia, USA. This means the original selection and propagation occurred in the Southeastern United States, although it is now widely cultivated in other areas.

So, while the species as a whole is from eastern North America, ‘Jacob Cline’ specifically has its origins in Georgia. Therefore, we can say the most likely geographical location is the **southeastern United States.** However, keep in mind that it thrives in many other climates as well and is not *restricted* to the southeastern US.