Imagine a garden humming with bees and butterflies. Looks naturally beautiful and attractive, right? Also, though often overlooked bees play a crucial role in balancing the terrestrial ecosystem. Scientists even believe that many species of plants and animals would not have survived upon the  extinction of bees. So, it’s important to attract bees to your garden naturally. And this can be done by planting perennials in your garden. In return, the bees will pollinate and help in making your neighborhood greener, healthier, and more colorful. 

Let us consider a few flowering plants that can attract bees and make your garden the prize of the show.  

Echinacea

Also known as Coneflowers, Echinacea are perennials that love sunlight and available in a large variety. These are long-lasting blooms, which make them a great addition to your landscape. From magenta to green, these perennials not only look appealing, but attract bees as well.

Calamint

Want to promote pollination in your garden? Plant a Calamint. These blue or purple perennials bloom in proper sunlight and can be used for your garden beds too. These flowers produce a good amount of nectar each season and make it easy for bees to access pollen.

Bee Balm

As the name suggests, Bee Balms are an absolute favorite of pollinators. For a perennial garden, these flowers make an ideal addition. Apart from taking help from bees and other pollinators, the plant is also known for self-seeding. Thus, for anyone who is looking for mass planting, Bee Balms are truly a great addition available in a variety of colors.

Butterfly Bush

Flowers that bloom in bunches enhance the look of a garden instantly. In this context, Butterfly Bush is one of the gardener’s favorite plants. . These flowers are also great at attracting honey bees. Plant these bushy flowers at the center of your garden to give it that gorgeous look.

Lavender

Lavender is yet another favored choice for aesthetic landscapers. Known for its many therapeutic properties, this plant is one of the top-selling perennials. These purple flowers bloom all through the summer, grow fast and attract pollinators with ease. Plant these flowers in your lawn and bask in the fragrance all day long.  

Gaillardia

Another flower that not only looks beautiful and brightens up the overall look of your garden but also attracts pollinators is Gaillardia. Also known as Blanket Flower, this plant comes in a wide range of colors. Just like any other perennial, Gaillardia needs sunlight to bloom fully. However, the plant is highly drought-tolerant and can thrive even in low water conditions.

To make your garden “bee” attractive, you want to plant as many of the above flowering plants as mentioned . The four essential elements for an ideal bee garden are:

• The right plants
• Limited usage of pesticides and other toxic chemicals
• An appropriate shelter for pollinators
• Creating a habitat for the bees
• The summer season

To invest in a bee-friendly garden and be a part of the honeybee conservation initiative, call a professional today.