How to dry bee balm flowers and leaves to use in your cooking and as a tea! I'll share how I make tea with these flowers later this week. Drying wild herbs is pretty simple, but here are a few extra tips! A dehydrator works best, but if you don't have one you can air dry them in a sunny window. A screen and some air flow help especially if you're in a humid climate. The oven on its lowest possible setting will also work, but keep a close eye on it. You can also find solar dehydrators online. I'v

Do you grow bee balm in your garden? Here are some fun facts about this pollinator pleaser from our 2023 Flower Gardener's Handbook, available now! | The Old Farmers Almanac

To cut or to keep? 🤨✂️ Bee balm shines each summer with vivid blooms, and bees and other pollinators are practically glued to the flowers. When cooler temperatures arrive, the show of blooms comes to a close. We suggest cutting them back in late fall for one main reason: powdery mildew. Bee balm can be susceptible to powdery mildew, especially in wet conditions. To prevent disease, we suggest cutting the plants back in the fall and removing any debris – no matter the variety! It will give your

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