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- 'Sunset Orange' Gaillardia. This compact plant holds its shape, and its blooms do not fade. It produces heavy flowers from early spring to fall. It is drought-tolerant and prefers low water use.
- Dark Blue Moody Blues™ Veronica. Bright spikes of flowers will bloom all season long, right up until the first frost. Also known as Spike Speedwell, use it in mass plantings or mixed with roses and perennials.
- 'Princess Dark Lavender' Verbena. This verbena is a true garden performer with no breaking apart. Vivid green foliage provides a backdrop for crowns of rich, pale purple blooms that form masses of color.
- Azure Skies™ Heliotrope. This low-growing, spreading perennial features light lavender flower clusters and light green leaves. It is incredibly heat tolerant.
May 11, 2024 · This article highlights 23 of the best flowering plants for pollinators that provide essential sources of nectar and pollen for bees, butterflies, birds and more. I’ve included photos, a brief description, compatible zones, bloom time, and quick growing tips for each flower on the list.
May 21, 2024 · To attract bees to your garden, plant a variety of flowers including annuals, perennials, flowering shrubs, and flowering trees to provide food all season long. Although these beneficial insects are most drawn to blue, purple, violet, white, and yellow, they'll visit many plants.
May 20, 2024 · Many flowers have a strong scent to attract pollinators, including lavender and peonies, which can help bring more bees to your backyard. Likewise, herbs attract bees - including chives and bee balm - and you should let them flower to provide nectar sources for them.
3 days ago · Bee balm can withstand short droughts, but it leaves the flowers weak and vulnerable to pests. While bee balm typically doesn’t need fertilizer, an occasional application of compost can be beneficial. Bee balm can benefit from deadheading or pruning. Deadheading will keep your plant looking neat and give your bee balm a chance to put out new ...
1 day ago · Shopping for the perfect bee-friendly flowers. Choosing the perfect bee-friendly flowers involves thoughtful selection to ensure a thriving bee habitat. Factors such as flower variety, blooming season, pesticide use, and sun exposure are crucial in attracting and sustaining these essential pollinators. Seasonal Availability
4 days ago · Most bees are polylectic, meaning that they gather pollen from a wide variety of flowers. However, some bees collect pollen only from flowers of certain families, others from flowers of certain colours. Oligolectic bees gather pollen from only a few related kinds of flowers.
