Deep red bergamot (Monarda didyma) is fading, but still makes a good tea.
Marshmallow (Althaea officinalis), so soft, so soothing.
New hollyhocks always bring me joy!
Black Cohosh (Actaea racemosa) seem almost magical!
Echinacea angustifolia - as gorgeous as it is useful.
Milkweed (Asclepias spp.) - even though we are not on the main path for monarchs.
Echinacea angustifolia bud being entwined by young bindweed.
Fireweed (Chamerion angustifolium). There is a bee hiding in there. Do you see it?
St. John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum), a medicinal herb I wouldn't be without.