Gardening With Mel

Bee balm has this quiet magic about it… the way it calls in visitors you don’t always expect.Every now and then, you’ll see a dark little Anthophora digger bee hovering like a tiny hummingbird, moving so fast you almost miss it.

These solitary bees are gentle, focused, and perfectly built for bee balm.Their long tongues reach deep into the nectar tubes, pulling out what other bees can’t.When you see one hovering like this, it’s a sign your garden is healthy, diverse, and welcoming.