Monarda plant named ‘Coral Reef’
AssigneeHer Majesty the Queen in right of Canada, as represented by the Minister of Agriculture
InventorCampbell G. Davidson
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Abstract
A new and distinct Monarda or Bee-Balm cultivar is provided that displays an upright mounded growth habit and frequently assumes a mature height of approximately three to four feet. Attractive bright coral pink blossoms commonly are formed from June through August. The foliage is dark green, contrasts well with the blossom coloration, and displays a strong minty fragrance. Good resistance to Powdery Mildew is displayed. The plant is well suited for growing as attractive ornamentation in the landscape.
Claims1
A new and distinct Moranda plant having the following combinations of characteristics:
- (a) forms attractive bright coral pink blossoms,
- (b) forms attractive dark green leaves that display a strong minty fragrance,
- (c) displays an upright mounded growth habit and commonly assumes a mature height of approximately three to four feet,
- (d) grows well in U.S.D.A. Hardiness Zone Nos. 3 to 8,
- (e) displays good resistance to Powdery Mildew, and
- (f) is well suited for growing as attractive ornamentation in the landscape;
- substantially as illustrated and described.
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