(Bee Balm)(Monarda fistulosa) A favorite of hummingbirds and bees. Flowers of varying shades of lavender may be added to salads. Use fragrant dried leaves for tea and potpourris. Medicinal: Used by several Native American tribes as a carminative.

Growing instructions: Perennial in zones 4 through 10. Germination: 70°F, 14-21 days. Sun or part shade. 48 in. tall.