Bees are vital pollinators, and by planting bee-friendly flowers in your garden, you can provide the nectar and pollen these hardworking insects need to thrive.
Through trial and error and a little bit of research, I’ve put together a list of plants that are not only pleasing to the eye, but also good food for bees.
The 10 flowering plants on this list are the best to plant to attract and help bees in your garden.
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Choosing Bee-Friendly Flowers
Understanding the Preferences of Bees
Bees are especially drawn to flowers, which provide an abundance of nectar and pollen, which is vital to their survival.
They like bright and vibrant colored flowers, especially purple, because they can be seen more clearly.
Native plants are often more beneficial than non-native plants because they have co-evolved with local bees.
A Bee-Friendly Garden
Selection of plants by flowering time
It’s important to include a variety of plants that bloom at different times to provide a food source for bees.
I want to cover all seasons of annuals and perennials, especially during the summer months when bees are most active.
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10 Best Flowering Plants For Bees
- Purple Coneflower
Botanical Name: Echinacea purple
Flowering time: spring to early fall
Sun: Sunny to light brown
This drought-tolerant perennial is a bee magnet, with large purple flowers that provide nectar throughout the summer.
