Bee balm: The ultimate garden solution to repel snails and ticks

Summer is a busy time for every gardener. Plants require regular watering, weeding, and fertilizing. However, the worst are the pests that appear in the garden so often during this time of year.

These include, among others, snails. In one night, they can seriously damage a crop. How do you protect the garden from snails? Use the power of bee balm, and you will eliminate pests.

Bee balm is a plant from the mint family. Initially, it was only found in North America, but it rapidly spread worldwide. There are as many as 27 different species of bee balm. Scarlet, dotted, or garden bee balm works best in our conditions.

Depending on the species, it can reach 24 to 47 inches in height. It stands out with its unusual structure. Long, stiff stems are topped with inflorescences covered with white, purple, red, or pink petals.

The plant is straightforward to grow. Provide it with well-drained and fertile soil; remember to water it regularly. However, be careful not to overwater it, which can lead to severe root damage.

Where should you plant it? Bee balm thrives in a sunny spot, but it can also be grown in the shade. How and with what should you fertilize the plant? Use organic fertilizers such as biohumus or compost. Perform this treatment in the summer, not more than once a month.

Bee balm's unique appearance and ease of cultivation are not all its advantages. The plant emits a beautiful, floral-citrus fragrance that spreads throughout the garden. This delightful aroma repels mosquitoes, ticks, and snails.

Plant a few seedlings around the fence, and pests will not even approach your garden. For example, you can grow it on a balcony in a large pot. In this way, you will protect yourself from mosquitoes.