Bred with Canadian toughness and hardiness, this selection has a soft, tropical looking side that belies its northern roots. ‘Coral Reef’™ is a big, vigorous plant that will quickly dominate the back section of any planting with its upright stems filled with fuzzy, large, fragrant foliage. The stems are topped by big buds that open in July with the most festive, big, hot pink and coral flowers you’ll find anywhere. It’s a tropical delight well into August for your viewing pleasure and the pleasure of any local butterflies and hummingbirds. ‘Coral Reef’™ is one of the most mildew resistant Monardas available, adding to its list of charms, and loves sunny to partially shady spots with good drainage. It’s even deer resistant along with being drought tolerant!