I finally found what these were exactly. This is a variety of Bee Balm, also found in in orange. Bee Balm blooms late Summer, so still flowering when your vegetables and fruits need pollinating. It is often planted near orchards or gardens to attract bees, which love the scent. This draws them to nearby plants. The first one I posted as cone family, and is, but Bee Balm is the variety. They are odd flowers, but I must give them even more respect as they bloom in the hottest months of the Summer, and help your garden thrive. I'm making my list to find how many colored varieties of this to put in my garden. I know there are herbal uses,as well. Found growing in the historical Colonial gardens of ROse Hill Manor.
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C DeMaio 15 Oct 2006
BEAUTIFUL!!!!Laurie Crouse 13 Oct 2006
Beautiful contrasting colors and composition Terry! Have a great weekend my friend! :)tazda lawson 13 Oct 2006
Another piece that is so beautiful.....lovely photo.dianna tilley 13 Oct 2006
Maybe would have had more impact if focus was on one or two blooms..debbie collier 13 Oct 2006
Great shot!!