Did you know you could grow the Plants that Attract Bees and increase their productivity? Plus, the bees will help you get more flowers, too!
1. Marjoram
Botanical Name: Origanum majorana
USDA Zones: 9-10
Marjoram is a bee magnet for many reasons—it has nectar-rich flowers and it also has an irresistible aroma that is attractive to bees, even from a distance.
2. Lavender
Botanical Name: Lavandula angustifolia
USDA Zones: 5-8
Lavender plants are rich in linalool, which is a fragrant oil with a lovely fragrance. Bees come running for this one, or rather, flying.
3. Fennel
Fennel has bright yellow flowers that shine under the sun. If you want bee-friendly plants, go with this one because it also has a long blooming season.
4. Pussy Willow
Botanical Name: Salix discolor
USDA Zones: 4-8
Pussy Willows have soft, furry buds that attract plenty of bees. These flowers are one of the first to bloom in spring and bees come to these for energy after their hibernation.
5. Heliotrope
Heliotropes are a great choice if you want to charm bees. These flowers have colors flowers of purple, violet, and white shades and are open–so bees can easily get to their centers.
6. Crocus
Botanical Name: Crocus
USDA Zones: 3-8
Crocus flowers are also early bloomers of spring and are one of the few choices for bees during this time because other flowers haven’t opened yet. Bees also love it because it produces both nectar and pollen.
7. Aster
Asters are champions of late-blooming flowers, providing a much-needed food source for bees when many other flowers have faded. Plus, it’s a versatile option for your lawn.
8. Abelia (Bee Bush)
Botanical Name: Abelia x grandiflora
USDA Zones: 6-9
Bee Bushes are named so for a reason. These flowers bloom from early summer to fall and are packed with nectar, which bees love.
9. Lilac
Botanical Name: Syringa vulgaris
USDA Zones: 3-8
Lilac flowers have a vibrant purple color that bees love but the scent is not so good for bees, even if it smells sweet to us. Lilacs will attract bees to your garden but not as much as others.
10. Chives
