Light shade; Average to dry organic rich soil; This form from Pennsylvania is very large and robust compared to other Ecotypes and almost looks like a white “didyma”. Just another example of the variability of population typed for this species. Prefers woodland edges and lightly shaded meadows and fields. Grows between 3-4' tall; Blooms are white and typical of bee balms but are more attractive to bumble bees than to butterflies; Flowers June-August; Zone 5-7; PA ecotype