Monarda Fireball Monarda Fireball is a compact, fiery-red bee balm that bursts into bloom in mid-summer atop glossy green foliage. This dwarf cultivarreaching only 1520inches in height and spreading to about 1820inchesdelivers dense clusters of vibrant scarlet, tubular blossoms that are a magnet for hummingbirds, butterflies, and bee. The fragrant leaves exude a minty aroma and the plant is notably resistant to powdery mildew, making it both beautiful and garden-friendly. 1 –2.5″ Plug Compact, mounding habit ideal for frontline planting Attracts pollinators with fragrant blooms Deer, rabbit & mildew resistant Fiery scarlet flower cluster Specifications Details Colour Bright scarletred tubular blooms Hardiness Zone 4 – 9 Plant Height 1520in (3850cm) Plant Width 1820in (4550cm) Sun Requirements Full sun to partial shade Fragrant Yes aromatic minty foliage Deer Resistant Yes generally avoided by deer and rabbits Plant Timing Plant in spring or fall; also suitable for containers Bloom Timing July – August Plant Depth Standard herbaceous planting depth Plant Spacing 1624in (4060cm) recommended for massing or borders