Leading Lady™ Razzberry Bee Balm

Leading Lady™ Razzberry is a compact, clump-forming bee balm with raspberry-purple flowers and fragrant green foliage. It blooms in spring and early summer, attracting bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. ## Form and Flowering This Proven Winners selection reaches about 10–14 inches tall and spreads 22–28 inches, forming a low clump suited to the front of a border, containers, and mass planting. The bright raspberry-purple flower heads are useful for cutting, while their nectar draws pollinators. The breeder lists part sun to full sun and USDA Zones 4–8 for this named selection. [Proven Winners plant profile](https://www.provenwinners.com/plants/monarda/leading-lady-razzberry-bee-balm-monarda-hybrid) ## Growing Conditions Average to fertile soil and average watering suit this cultivar. Bee balm generally grows best in moisture-retentive but well-drained soil; good air circulation and steady moisture help reduce powdery mildew pressure. [Iowa State University Extension](https://yardandgarden.extension.iastate.edu/how-to/growing-bee-balm-home-garden) ## Maintenance Water during prolonged dry spells so the soil stays evenly moist without becoming waterlogged. Leave space around plants for airflow, and divide crowded clumps as needed to keep them vigorous. Deadhead faded flower heads for a tidier display and to reduce self-seeding; remove diseased foliage at season’s end.