Eastern Beebalm 'Midnight Oil' Berries Banded Hairstreak (Satyrium calanus)

Banded Hairstreak (Satyrium calanus)

often lovingly called purple beardtongue

it might show a bit of wear and tear after particularly harsh winters

waste areas

provide lean to average

Eastern Beebalm 'Midnight Oil' Berries Banded Hairstreak (Satyrium calanus)Monarda bradburiana 'Midnight Oil' Also known as Eastern Beebalm, Horsemint This wonderful early blooming cultivar of Eastern Beebalm gradually develops into lovely mounds adorned with striking red purple leaves that transition to a soft green as they grow. In the spring, it delights us with light pink flowers beautifully accented by wine red spots. For best results, plant it in full sun to partial shade. Its quite adaptable, thriving in various soil