Monarda 'Sugar Buzz Bubblegum'

Monarda 'Sugar Buzz Bubblegum': Sweet Summer Colour with Pollinator Appeal

Cheerful and compact, Monarda 'Sugar Buzz Bubblegum' explodes with bright, bubblegum-pink blooms in mid to late summer. Its dense, upright habit and mildew-resistant foliage make it an ideal choice for gardeners looking to add long-lasting colour and pollinator activity to smaller spaces without sacrificing performance or charm.

Plant Characteristics:

• Height: 50–60 cm
• Spread: 50–60 cm, compact and upright
• Flower Colour: Bright bubblegum pink
• Flowering Period: Midsummer to late summer
• Foliage: Aromatic, deep green leaves with strong mildew resistance
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to part shade
• Soil Requirements: Moist, well-drained soil; tolerant of average conditions

Uses and Benefits: Monarda 'Sugar Buzz Bubblegum' is ideal for sunny borders, pollinator-friendly gardens, and containers where bold colour and compact habit are key. Its vivid blooms draw hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies in abundance, while the tidy growth habit ensures a neat, long-lasting display. Perfect for layered planting schemes, it offers strong structure and uplifting seasonal interest.

Companion Plants: Pair Monarda 'Sugar Buzz Bubblegum' with Phlox 'Ka-Pow Pink' to create a lively, pollinator-rich pink palette. Add Heucherella 'Hopscotch' for contrasting foliage with warm tones that highlight the bubblegum hues. Round out the combination with Sesleria 'Blue-Green Moor Grass' for fine, cool-toned texture that balances the planting with structure and softness.

Care Instructions: Plant in full sun or light shade with moist, well-drained soil. Water regularly, especially during prolonged dry periods. Deadhead after blooming to promote neatness and possible rebloom. Cut back in early spring and divide every few years to maintain vigour and airflow.

History: Monarda 'Sugar Buzz Bubblegum' is a standout member of the Sugar Buzz series, bred for vibrant colour, compact form, and improved disease resistance. It offers all the drama of traditional bee balm in a scale suitable for today’s more compact gardens.

Final Thoughts: Sweetly scented and vividly coloured, Monarda 'Sugar Buzz Bubblegum' adds joyful energy to the midsummer garden—proof that bold blooms and tidy form can go hand in hand.