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Honey bee on Pineapple mint

Pineapple mint

Mints are very attractive group of plants for bees because it produces lots of nectar. 

The cone like flower structures of the pineapple mint consist of numerous florets that open, starting at the base of the cone.  It takes about 3-4 weeks for all  florets to open.

 

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