Scarlet Beebalm 'Jacob Cline'

Scarlet Beebalm ‘Jacob Cline’ is a garden star with bold, scarlet-red blooms and aromatic foliage that make it impossible to ignore. Its large, shaggy flowers appear in mid to late summer and are an irresistible draw for hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies—especially Eastern Tiger Swallowtails and hummingbird moths. Unlike some Monardas, ‘Jacob Cline’ is impressively mildew-resistant, keeping its foliage attractive throughout the season.

This wildflower selection stands tall and proud, reaching up to 4 feet in height with an upright clumping habit. It’s ideal for adding drama to rain gardens, pollinator borders, and meadow-inspired plantings. Its strong stems and brilliant blooms also make it a favorite for cut flower arrangements. Beyond aesthetics, this plant is a powerhouse of ecological support, offering nectar when few other red flowers are blooming.

• Water: Prefers consistently moist soil, especially during hot dry spells.
• Light: Best in full sun but tolerates light shade.
• Soil: Rich, loamy soil is ideal, but adaptable to average garden soil.
• Spacing: Space 18–24" apart to allow for good airflow and reduce disease risk.
• Cutback: Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continued flowering; cut to the ground after frost.
• Division: Divide clumps every 2–3 years in early spring to prevent overcrowding and rejuvenate growth.
• Ecological Notes: Excellent nectar source for hummingbirds, bumble bees, and butterflies; aromatic foliage may deter deer.