Plant species: Monarda

Monarda

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There are over a dozen Monarda species, also known as Bee Balm, native to North America’s woodlands, dry scrubs and prairies. These plants feature square stems, with aromatic leaves that are occasionally used medicinally or in teas. The blooms are showy, tubular flowers, spiking out from a domed honeycomb looking bract. Monarda blooms from summer… Read more »

Collage of Arkansas native pollinator plants on a black background, including various bees, butterflies, moths, beetles, bats, a hummingbird, and an oriole, with each pollinator labeled in white text.

Pollinator Deep Dive: Native Plants, Host Plants, and Nectar Rich Plants

June 23, 2026 • Katie Henson

Pollinator plants play an important role in supporting the bees, butterflies, birds, and other creatures that help our gardens thrive. And we love pollinators! Not only are they beautiful and fun to spot out in your garden – especially a vibrantly colored butterfly or a cute little fuzzy bee – but they kind of make… Read more »