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Want to help save the bees?
Planting the right flowers can make a big difference.
Here are 7 pollinator-friendly plants that bees love.
Add them to your garden and support our buzzing friends.
Ready to get planting? Let’s go!
Sunflowers
Sunflowers are not only bright and beautiful, but they’re also bee magnets! These golden giants provide a ton of nectar and pollen that bees just can’t resist.
Plus, they’re super easy to grow. Plant them in a sunny spot in your garden, and watch them shoot up like beanstalks.
You don’t need a green thumb to get these beauties to bloom, so go ahead and give it a try!
Lavender
Lavender is a win-win for both you and the bees. Its lovely aroma will make your garden smell amazing, and the bees will flock to its sweet-smelling blooms.
Lavender thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. It’s also drought-resistant, so it’s pretty low-maintenance.
Plant some along pathways or in pots on your patio to keep things buzzing.
Borage
Borage might not be the first plant you think of, but it’s a hidden gem for bees. Its star-shaped blue flowers are a bee favorite.
Borage is an annual herb that reseeds itself, so once you plant it, you’ll likely see it popping up year after year. It’s also edible, with a cucumber-like flavor, perfect for adding to salads.
Talk about a multi-tasker!
Black-Eyed Susans
These bright yellow flowers with their dark centers are not just a sight for sore eyes; they’re also a bee paradise. Black-eyed Susans are hardy perennials that can tolerate drought and poor soil conditions.
They’ll thrive in your garden without too much fuss and will keep the bees coming back season after season. Plant them in clusters for a splash of sunny color.
Wildflowers
Wildflowers are like the all-you-can-eat buffet for bees. A mix of different varieties like clover, poppies, and cornflowers will attract a range of pollinators.
They’re often sold in seed mixes, making them super easy to sow. Just scatter them in an area with plenty of sunshine and some good soil, and let nature take its course.
You’ll have a wildflower meadow in no time!
Cosmos
Cosmos are a favorite among bees thanks to their abundant nectar. These flowers come in pink, white, and orange shades and are incredibly easy to grow from seeds.
Cosmos do best in full sun and can even thrive in poor soil conditions. Plant them, sit back, and enjoy the show as bees buzz happily around them all summer long.
Bee Balm
The name says it all! Bee balm is a surefire way to bring bees into your garden.
With its spiky, colorful blooms, this plant offers both beauty and function. Bee balm prefers sunny or partially shaded areas and needs well-drained soil.
It also spreads quickly, so you can start with a small patch and watch it spread over the seasons.