(Bee Balm) Monarda ‘Pardon My Lavender II’ takes what was great about the original but just makes it better. ‘Pardon My Lavender II’ has more vigor and disease resistance in a wonderfully compact form that provides a ton of flower color mid to late summer! If your garden is lacking space for the traditional large monarda, this compact introduction is just for you. This is a great selection for the front of your garden or for use in a combination planter. Standing only 14-18″ tall, the large 2 1/2-3″ lavender pink flowers are a real standout and are a hummingbird and butterfly’s dream come true! The tidy mounds of mint-scented glossy dark green foliage are deer-resistant. ‘Pardon My Lavender II’ exhibits good mildew resistance unlike many of the traditional Bee Balm varieties as long as you provide good air circulation, full sun, and regular watering at the base of the plant. Hardy in zones 4-8, it has been noted that this Monarda has even survived in zone 3. Monarda ‘Pardon My Lavender II’ is another great Proven Winners® Perennial.
