Midnight Oil Monarda

Midnight Oil Monarda is a dramatic perennial valued for its rich, dark-hued flowers that bloom from mid to late summer, adding depth and contrast to landscapes. Its aromatic, deep green foliage forms a bushy, upright mound, providing year-round texture and structure. Reaching 18 to 24 inches tall and wide at maturity, Midnight Oil Monarda is ideal for borders, cottage-style plantings, or mass displays where bold color is desired. 

• Perennial with upright, bushy growth habit
• Moderate growth rate
• Deep burgundy to nearly black tubular blooms in mid to late summer
• Aromatic green foliage adds texture and structure
• Excellent for borders, beds, and mass plantings

Midnight Oil Monarda thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Hardy in USDA zones 4 through 9, it is drought-tolerant, heat-hardy, and a dependable choice for adding dramatic color and lasting visual interest to Texas landscapes.