Dotted Mint

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🌸 Dotted Mint (Monarda punctata) Dotted Mint is one of the most striking native wildflowers you can grow. Its layered blooms feature soft purple-pink bracts surrounding clusters of creamy yellow, burgundy-spotted flowers, giving it an almost ornamental, stacked appearance. This drought-tolerant perennial thrives in hot, sunny conditions and poor soils, making it a perfect fit for meadow plantings, pollinator gardens, and regenerative landscapes. Its fragrant foliage adds another sensory layer, releasing a spicy mint scent when brushed or crushed. Why you’ll love it: 🌸 Unique tiered blooms with purple & yellow tones 🐝 Absolute magnet for bees & beneficial insects 🦋 Loved by butterflies & pollinators 🌿 Aromatic, mint-scented foliage 🌞 Thrives in heat, drought & tough soils Growing Notes: Sun: Full sun Height: 2–3 feet Spacing: 12–18 inches Soil: Dry to average, well-drained Bloom Time: Mid to late summer Care: Low maintenance; cut back or leave standing for winter habitat Show more