Why Is My Bee Balm Dying

Hot temperatures coupled with low humidity or dry conditions can cause drooping and wilting in many plants, including bee balm. Heat causes the leaves to lose water through transpiration, especially in dry conditions. … Temperatures above 86 degrees Fahrenheit can be a problem, and at 95 degrees the flowers can die.

How do you revive a bee balm plant?

Deadhead faded blooms to encourage the plant to re-bloom in late summer. After the first frost in the fall, cut stems back to about 2 inches above the soil. (See local frost dates.) Divide bee balm every 2 to 3 years to ensure its vigor.

How often do you water bee balm?

Bee balms like an even supply of moisture during the growing season. For best performance, water bee balms every 7 to 10 days during dry periods. When watering, soak the soil to a depth of 6 to 8 inches.