Bee Balm

Bee balm flowers are brilliant additions to late-summer herb gardens and flower borders. Butterflies, hummingbirds, bees, and other nectar-seeking creatures covet the tubular flowers on the plant’s rounded flower heads, and the leaves and flowers can also be made into tea. This plant seems to do very well in the high desert, give it a try you wont be disappointed!

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