Scarlet Beebalm 'Jacob Cline'

Scarlet Beebalm ‘Jacob Cline’ is a pollinator magnet with vivid, scarlet-red blooms that light up the garden in mid to late summer. Its large, shaggy flowers sit atop sturdy stems, releasing a minty fragrance that complements the visual display. Hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies—especially Eastern Tiger Swallowtails and hummingbird moths—flock to its nectar-rich blossoms. Unlike many Monardas, ‘Jacob Cline’ is highly resistant to powdery mildew, keeping its deep green foliage looking fresh all season.

Growing up to 4 feet tall with a tidy, upright habit, this robust cultivar brings height and drama to rain gardens, pollinator borders, and native-meadow plantings. It also shines in cut flower arrangements and mixed perennial beds, offering color and ecological value well into late summer.

Special Note: Scarlet Beebalm ‘Jacob Cline’ is a selected form of native Monarda didyma, chosen for improved disease resistance and garden performance. It retains the straight species’ ecological function, including nectar value, bloom structure, and wildlife support—making it a reliable and beneficial option for gardeners seeking both beauty and biodiversity.

Why Choose Scarlet Beebalm 'Jacob Cline'?

• Bright red flowers beloved by hummingbirds, butterflies, and native bees.
• Mildew-resistant foliage for long-season beauty.
• Bold vertical structure for rain gardens or pollinator beds.
• Deer-resistant and aromatic.
• Reliable bloomer that supports wildlife in mid to late summer.
  

Cut back spent blooms to encourage reblooming, and divide clumps every few years to maintain vigor and airflow. Prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade.

• 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.