Gaillardia aristata is a North American species of flowering plants in the sunflower family known by the common names common blanketflower and common gaillardia. This perennial wildflower is widespread across much of North America.
Wild Bergamot also known as Bee Balm, Monarda Fistulosa, a common native North American plant with medicinal and antiseptic properties.
Great Blue Lobelia, Lobelia siphilitica, a native plant here in Minnesota. It likes wetlands and swampy areas, but will grow well elsewhere. Bumblebees love it. This photo is of the very top of a flowering stalk. The extreme depth of field was obtained by deep focus stacking.
