Lavender Not only is lavender beautiful and fragrant, but it’s also a bee magnet. Plant it in a sunny spot and watch the bees flock.
Sunflowers These bold blooms are rich in nectar and pollen. Choose single-flower varieties for easy bee access.
Bee Balm (Monarda) True to its name, bee balm attracts bees, butterflies, and even hummingbirds. It blooms in red, pink, and purple shades.
Borage This herb has star-shaped blue flowers that bees love. It’s also edible and self-seeds easily.
Coneflowers (Echinacea) With their sturdy petals and easy access to nectar, coneflowers are perfect for bee visitors.
Black-Eyed Susans These cheerful yellow flowers bloom through summer and provide pollen that bees adore.
Chives A kitchen favorite and a bee favorite too! Chive flowers are small but packed with nectar.
Zinnias These colorful annuals bloom all summer long and are a reliable nectar source for bees.