Fireball Bee Balm
Monarda ‘Fireball’
1 gallon pot
 
A compact and vibrant bee balm, Fireball produces brilliant scarlet-red flowers that attract hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees throughout the summer. The shaggy blooms sit atop aromatic green foliage, creating a bold burst of color in borders, pollinator gardens, and containers. Its smaller, well-branched habit makes it especially useful in tighter garden spaces where traditional taller bee balms may overwhelm.
 
This variety thrives in full sun to part sun and performs best in well-drained soil with consistent moisture. It offers improved mildew resistance compared to many older varieties and benefits from good air circulation. Deadheading spent blooms can encourage continued flowering and help maintain a tidy appearance.
 
Herbaceous perennial
Zones 4–9
Full sun to part sun
Grows 12–18 in. tall x 18–24 in. wide
Moderate water needs; prefers consistent moisture and well-drained soil
Pollinator friendly, aromatic foliage, improved mildew resistance
Blooms Jun–Aug