Not sure what flower I am growing

Can you please let me know. Also, it is early in the season and the leaves are already browning and the flowers are starting to fade. Anything I can do to revive? Thanks for you help! Picture attached.

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#1 Comment By MichiganDot On 07/13/2019 @ 1:14 pm

That appears to be Monarda fistulosa, also known as wild bergamot and bee balm. It is usually grown in full sun; blooms in July and has problems with powdery mildew. There are cultivars with red blooms. Here is an article on caring for your bergamot. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/bee-balm/controlling-bee-balm-plants.htm ^[1]

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