Pocahontas Pink Bee Balm (Monarda pocahontas 'Pink') - 1 gallon -Ship Only

Name: Pocahontas Pink Bee Balm (Monarda pocahontas 'Pink') - 1 gallon -Ship Only
Brand: OrderEase Drop Ship
SKU: 21395
Price: 30.99 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

Plant Return Policy & Shipping Details ＋

Some of the plants you'll find here reach beyond what we grow and keep on hand at the garden center — they ship straight to your door from a network of growers we trust. Because these items never come through Pandy's Garden Center, they can't be picked up, returned, or exchanged in store, and all online plant orders are final sale.

If your order shows up damaged, send us photos of the plant and the packaging within 48 hours of delivery. Once we've had a look, we'll arrange a replacement wherever possible.

A few things to keep in mind:

Orders leave from a separate facility and may arrive on their own schedule
Online plant purchases don't carry any warranty or guarantee
How a plant does once it's home depends on the care and conditions you give it
Prices online may differ from what you'll find in store

For order support, contact Michael Pandy — michael@pandysgardencenter.com

✓ Ships directly to your home

✓ Free Shipping — included in the plant price, prior to tax

✓ Online exclusive — delivered to your door

All sales final — this order can't be cancelled or returned. If your plant arrives with an issue, contact us within 48 hours. See Plant Return Policy & Shipping Details above for how.

⚠ Shipping Restriction Unfortunately, we're unable to ship this plant to: Hawaii, Idaho, and Montana.

Plant Details

Size: 1 Gallon
Exposure: Full Sun
Features: Summer flowering
Height: 12-14"
Programs: Plants that Work®
Width: 1-2'
Wildlife: Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Pollinators
Zone: 3–9

$30.99

Description

Monarda 'Pocahontas Pink', or Pocahontas Pink Bee Balm, is a captivating perennial that brings vibrant color and life to any garden. With its striking pink blooms and aromatic foliage, this plant is a magnet for bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, transforming your outdoor space into a lively pollinator paradise. Standing at 18 to 24 inches tall, it forms a lush, dense clump that is both visually appealing and easy to maintain. This North American native thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil, making it an ideal choice for gardeners across USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9. Its resistance to powdery mildew and other common pests means less hassle and more enjoyment for you. The Pocahontas Pink Bee Balm is perfect for those looking to add a splash of color and ecological value to their gardens without the need for intensive care. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, this plant offers practical benefits. Its flowers can be used in fresh arrangements, and its leaves have been traditionally used in herbal teas and remedies, providing a historical connection to Native American culture. Whether you're aiming to boost your garden's biodiversity or simply enjoy the beauty of its blooms, Pocahontas Pink Bee Balm is a delightful addition that promises both beauty and function.

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This plant is hardy in Zones 3–9–3–9. Enter your ZIP to check your zone.

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🌱 Successful Planting Instructions

Proper planting depth — plant 2–3" higher than grade, trunk flare exposed

1. Dig a hole 1½–2× the width of your plant's root ball. Set the soil to the side.

2. Mix your backfill — Pine Bark Soil Conditioner, Compost & Native Soil (1/3 of each) in a wheelbarrow or on the ground.

3. Plant it high — when backfilling, keep the plant 2–3" higher than the surrounding soil (as shown). Plant flush with the soil if in a raised bed.

4. Mulch the top of the soil 2–3" deep around the plant — keep mulch away from the main trunk.

5. Feed as you plant with Holly-tone for acid-loving plants.

The 1/3 backfill blend:

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1/3Native Soil

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1/3Pine Bark Soil Conditioner

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1/3Compost

Soil conditioner, compost, Holly-tone & cedar mulch are available in-store or for local pickup at our Elyria Garden Center — these items don't ship but you can find at local store near you.

✕Pickup is not available for this item — it ships free to your door.

💧 Watering Guide

Over- and under-watering is the #1 cause of plant death — so always check the soil before you water.

How to check — the wire/screwdriver test. Straighten a wire or coat hanger, push it 6–12" into the soil next to the plant, pull it out, and read it:

Clear or dusty → water the plant
Muddy → soil is too wet
Moist with a little soil clinging to it → watered just right ✓
Won't go in → water immediately

Newly planted trees & shrubs — keep the soil moist their first season and never let it dry out. Water slowly at the base (hose ~6" from the trunk, pencil-thin stream):

Shrubs — 3 min
Ornamentals (flowering crab, etc.) — 10 min
Evergreens (6') — 15 min
Deciduous (2½" caliper) — 15 min (+15 min per extra inch)

Using a Gator Bag? Fill it every 3 days.

How often (OHIO Weather) (new plantings):

Apr 15 – May 15: once a week
May 16 – Sept 15: twice a week
Sept 16 – Oct 31: once a week
Mid-Nov – early Dec: once, if the ground isn't frozen

Already established? Most of the time, rooted-in plants only need water during a drought — when it's gone 10–14 days without an inch of rain.

Read the full Watering Guide →

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