Bee Attracting

Californian Poppy 'Jelly Beans'

…feathery blue-green foliage. These dainty hardy annuals are tougher than they appear and positively thrive on poor, dry soils. The papery flowers attract bees and hoverflies, and make excellent, if short-lived, cut flowers. California poppies are easy to grow in beds and borders, or let them self…  More Info

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Lavender 'Munstead'

…Brush past its evergreen foliage to release the intense perfume of this compact lavender. Its delicate purple blue flowers held on stiff stems, attract bees and other insects; they also make excellent cut or dried flowers. Grow Lavender Munstead in containers, as a low hedge, or to soften paths and…  More Info

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Californian Poppy 'Sun Shades'

…a bold summer display. These dainty hardy annuals are tougher than they appear and positively thrive on poor, dry soils. The papery flowers attract bees and hoverflies, and make excellent, if short-lived, cut flowers. Californian poppies are easy to grow in beds and borders, or let them self seed…  More Info

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Campanula persicifolia 'Blue Bell'

…contemporary planting schemes, with a soft colour palette, Campanula persicifolia 'Blue Bell' is a nectar rich, upright perennial, that can help attract bees and butterflies to your garden. Silver-blue, bell shaped flowers grow on slender stems during the summer, which can be cut and used in floral…  More Info

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Salvia Lips Collection

…in a large patio planter. These sages are drought tolerant, and the foliage has a blackcurrant scent. Nectar rich, the flowers will help attract bees and butterflies, making them a good choice for a wildlife friendly garden. Although they are hardy perennials, they do require some protection…  More Info

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Antirrhinum majus 'Purple Twist' F1 Hybrid

…where the handsome spires will appear from early summer through to September. As with most snapdragons, the blooms of Antirrhinum 'Purple Twist' attract bees and other pollinating insects, and make striking cut flowers for a vase indoors. Height: 90cm (35). Spread: 45cm (18). Culinary note: These…  More Info

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Lavender 'Munstead'

…Brush past its evergreen foliage to release the intense perfume of this compact lavender. Its delicate purple blue flowers held on stiff stems, attract bees and other insects; they also make excellent cut or dried flowers. Grow Lavender ?Munstead? in containers, as a low hedge, or to soften paths…  More Info

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Helianthemum 'Ben Fhada'

…the hardy shrub's evergreen leaves in the early summer and can reappear in August if the plant is pruned after the first flush. These yellow and orange blooms are sure to attract bees and butterflies, transforming a difficult garden into a haven for wildlife. Height: 20cm (8); Spread: 30cm (1'0).  More Info

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Poppy 'Beauty of Livermere'

…the flowers have died, they are followed by large pepper pot seedheads, that bring interest to the garden border in late summer and autumn. Poppy 'Beauty of Livermere' is also a good plant for wildlife gardens and will attract bees and other pollinating insects. Height: 90cm (35). Spread: 60cm (24).  More Info

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Penstemon 'Rich Ruby'

…semi-evergreen foliage. Keep deadheading it for a long season of blooms from July to October. Penstemons are great for wildlife gardens as they attract bees and other pollinators. They make an excellent choice for the front of the border. Height: 75cm (30in). Spread: 50cm (20in). Plant height and…  More Info

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Zinnia elegans 'Queeny Lime Red'

…continuously throughout summer regardless of dry conditions. The distinctive blooms of Zinnia elegans 'Queeny Lime Red' are particularly attractive to bees and butterflies, and make a lovely cut flower too. Grow this annual with its sister variety, Zinnia elegans 'Queen Lime' for a superb contrast…  More Info

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Foxglove 'Excelsior Hybrid Mixed'

…hybrids have spectacular garden presence bringing drama and stature to cottage garden themes, wildlife and woodland areas. The uniform blooms make superb cut flowers and prove particularly attractive to bees and pollinating insects. Height: 150cm (59). Spread: 45cm (18). Supplied as plug plants.  More Info

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Laurus nobilis

…Laurel tree and they can also be dried for easy storage in the kitchen. This is an evergreen shrub which has pale yellow flowers in the spring, attracting bees and beneficial insects. The Sweet Bay plant can easily be included in borders, herb gardens or patio containers or grown larger and clipped…  More Info

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Zinnia 'Forecast'

…mixture of single and double flowers in an exotic mixture of purple, pink, orange, salmon, yellow and cream shades. Drought tolerant, ideal for a hot, sunny spot and also a great choice for attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies to the garden. Height: 60-80cm (24-31?). Spread: 30cm (12?).  More Info

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Echinops ritro

…strong architectural impact and forms a striking contrast with other perennial varieties. Globe Thistle is perfect for wildlife areas as it attracts bees and other pollinating insects. Producing late summer blooms, this variety holds an RHS AGM for its garden performance, working well in hot gravel…  More Info

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Deutzia x hybrida 'Strawberry Fields'

…pretty pink flowers adorn the arching branches of this attractive, deciduous shrub. The panicles of white star-shaped flowers with pink-tipped petals are produced in abundance from late spring to midsummer and are highly attractive to bees. Winner of an RHS AGM and naturally compact in habit,…  More Info

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Weigela rosea

…elegant arching branches this hardy deciduous shrub makes a lovely addition to borders and woodland gardens, where the late spring flowers attract bees. Versatile and easy to grow, Weigela florida also makes a colourful low maintenance hedge. Height and spread: 2.5m (8'). Supplied as a bare root…  More Info

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Ceanothus thyrsiflorus repens

…or rock gardens, where it creates dense, drought-tolerant groundcover. Creeping Blueblossom also looks superb as a patio feature in a large container, where the stems will naturally cascade over the sides, and the abundance of pretty blue blooms will attract bees. Height: 1m (3?). Spread: 2.5m (8?).  More Info

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Poppy 'Royal Wedding'

…which sway in the breeze. Flowering from May to July, Oriental poppies work well in cottage garden borders or wildlife gardens where they will attract bees. The seedheads which follow are wonderfully architectural and can be used in dried flower arrangements. Height: 60cm (24). Spread: 50cm (20).  More Info

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Teasel

…roadside verges, waste ground and field edges. The lilac-pink conical flower heads are borne above serrated leaves in mid to late summer, attracting lots of bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects. The seed heads are also a good source of food for birds. Teasels are an excellent architectural…  More Info

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Allium 'Red Mohican'

…ornamental grasses or woven through borders where the tight clusters of flowers perched on tall slender stems add architectural interest. Attractive to bees, these Allium flowers are also superb for cutting. Height: 100cm (39). Spread: 15cm (6). Supplied as bulbs. Useful links: How to plant bulbs,…  More Info

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Escallonia 'Apple Blossom'

A wonderfully versatile evergreen shrub with a profusion of delicately scented pink flowers all summer long, which are attractive to bees. The small glossy leaves of this RHS AGM variety persist throughout winter, providing colour and structure in even the bleakest months of the year. Robust and…  More Info

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Lilac 'Beauty Of Moscow'

…in showy flowers which last for weeks on end. This is a wonderful specimen plant for the garden and is great for biodiversity too as it attracts bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects. Height and spread: 7m (22'). Supplied in a 9cm pot. Culinary information: Adding the fragrant flowers…  More Info

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Sedum spectabile 'Brilliant'

If you want to attract bees and butterflies to your garden, then Sedum spectabile ‘Brilliant’ is one of the best plants to do it. Its pink flowers are much higher in nectar than the red-flowered forms of other sedum varieties and serve as a bee and butterfly banquet! In late summer, the…  More Info

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Helenium 'Moerheim Beauty'

…dark brown centres, as well as holding an RHS Award of Garden Merit. This hardy perennial is a favourite of butterflies and bees and is therefore perfect for attracting beneficial insects to your garden. Sneezeweed is tall and a good companion for grasses; it is also excellent for adding height…  More Info

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Liatris spicata

…the top of the stem downwards to reveal columns of fluffy mauve blooms. Liatris spicata makes a colourful display in late summer which attracts clouds of bees and butterflies to its nectar rich flowers. This resilient and undemanding perennial also makes a bold cut flower for vases in doors. Height:…  More Info

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Wildflowers 'Cornfield Annuals Mix'

…garden with thousands of flowers with our 'Cornfield Annuals Mix'. Easy to grow mixes of glorious wild flowers to enhance your garden and attract beneficial bees and insects. Simply open the box, scatter the seeds where you want them to grow, cover and wait for a spectacular display! Height: up to…  More Info

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Globe Artichoke 'Green Globe Improved' F1 Hybrid

…tasty hearts are a delicacy when pickled and even the base of the leaves can also be eaten. It is a perennial vegetable and makes for a wonderful addition to a veg garden or allotment. They even attract the bees as well so perfect in a cottage garden also. Height 180cm (71?) and spread 75cm (30?).  More Info

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Leptospermum scoparium 'Red Damask'

…fully double, deep cerise flowers. The flowers are rich in pollen and nectar making Leptospermum a star bee plant. Honeybees and some short-tongued bumblebees and solitary bees are attracted to the blooms and it is from Leptospermum that Manuka honey comes. Leptospermum scoparium enjoys freely…  More Info

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Leptospermum scoparium 'Snow Flurry'

…fully double, pure white flowers. The flowers are rich in pollen and nectar making Leptospermum a star bee plant. Honeybees and some short-tongued bumblebees and solitary bees are attracted to the blooms and it is from Leptospermum that Manuka honey comes. Leptospermum scoparium enjoys freely…  More Info

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Leptospermum scoparium 'Wiri Adrianne'

…flushed in shades of white and pink. The flowers are rich in pollen and nectar making Leptospermum a star bee plant. Honeybees and some short-tongued bumblebees and solitary bees are attracted to the blooms and it is from Leptospermum that Manuka honey comes. Leptospermum scoparium enjoys freely…  More Info

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Berberis 'Chocolate Summer'

…contrast in mixed borders. Purple-pink foliage covers the upright red stems, producing a most attractive display in summer. The tiny yellow flowers of Berberis thunbergii 'Chocolate Summer' attract bees and other pollinating insects, making this a great choice for wildlife gardens. By late summer,…  More Info

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Heucherella 'Pink Revolution'

…versatile hardy perennial. Plant it in borders, containers and wildlife areas, where its flowers will attract bees and other pollinators. When planted in large groups, it makes particularly attractive ground cover. Height: 30cm (12). Spread: 45cm (18). Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore…  More Info

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Nepeta nervosa

…to early autumn, this hardy perennial produces short, stout spikes of densely packed, unusually dark lilac-blue flowers, which are highly attractive to bees and butterflies and make an excellent addition to cut flower bouquets. The narrow green leaves are highly fragrant. Using underground runners,…  More Info

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Wildflowers 'Ultimate Mix'

…your garden with thousands of flowers with our 'Ultimate Mix'. Easy to grow mixes of glorious wild flowers to enhance your garden and attracts beneficial bees and insects. Height: up to 60cm (24). Spread: 20cm (8). This mix comprises of: Field Poppy, Corn Marigold, Cornflower, Corn Cockle, Common…  More Info

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Callicarpa bodinieri var. giraldii 'Profusion'

…berries and rosy pink foliage in autumn. The purple-tinted spring foliage is followed by small pink flowers in mid-summer, which are highly attractive to bees and other pollinating insects. Exotic-looking yet hardy, this eye-catching deciduous shrub has a prestigious RHS AGM, and is perfect for…  More Info

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Ceanothus x delileanus 'Gloire de Versailles'

Ceanothus ?Glorie de Versailles' is covered in stunning powder-blue flowers all summer long, over its neat round shape. Bees and butterflies are attracted to the sweetly-scented nectar of the flowers too. Ceanothus is an easy to grow shrub, being drought tolerant, fast growing and it thrives on many…  More Info

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Salvia nemorosa 'Marcus'

…clumps of aromatic foliage, Salvia nemorosa 'Marcus' produces flowers so prolific that they create drifts of solid colour. Salvia plants are attractive to bees and butterflies but are not so welcoming to rabbits or deer. Salvia 'Marcus' are compact plants so will make a strong statement at the front…  More Info

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Potentilla fruticosa 'White Lady'

…makes a great weed suppressing ground cover, or low hedge. It is ideal for garden borders and rockeries and blends in well in a range of garden designs from contemporary to cottage. Bees and butterflies are attracted to the plant for its plentiful source of nectar. Height and spread: 1m (39).  More Info

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Ajuga reptans 'Burgundy Glow'

…border edges where its creeping rhizomes form a spreading mat without being invasive. In late spring and early summer, it produces short spikes of whorled, two-lipped, deep blue flowers which are nectar-rich and highly attractive to bees and other pollinators. Height: 15cm (6), Spread: indefinite.  More Info

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Astrantia Florence

…by its lavender pink flowers which are produced early in the summer and last for weeks. Makes a beautiful cut flower which lasts well in water or use them in a dried arrangement. Ideal for wildlife gardens as it is attractive to bees and butterflies. Height: 80cm (32in). Spread: 50cm (20in).  More Info

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Astrantia Star of Love

…with burgundy blooms on dark purple stems produced early in the summer and lasting for weeks. Makes a beautiful cut flower which lasts well in water or use them in a dried arrangement. Ideal for wildlife gardens as it is attractive to bees and butterflies. Height: 60cm (24in). Spread: 50cm (20in).  More Info

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Physostegia virginiana 'Alba'

…this hardy ‘obedient plant’ continues to provide interest after many summer-flowering perennials have finished. The flowers are attractive to bees and the tall, straight stems make long-lasting cut flowers. Height: 60cm (24in). Spread: 40cm (16in). Plant height and spread is seasonal…  More Info

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Butterfly Pea

…wonderful display of 5cm (2in) blue flowers from mid to late summer. Ideal for covering trellis in a sheltered part of the garden where it will attract bees and butterflies, or as a perennial grown in a conservatory. Climbs 1.8m-2.4m (6-8 feet). Culinary note: In Burma, the flowers of the blue…  More Info

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Dahlia Happy Days Red

…the backdrop of stunning, deep purple-bronze foliage. Flowering from June to September, this bushy dwarf dahlia is great for cutting and will attract bees and butterflies to your garden. Height: 30cm (12in). Spread: 25cm (10in). Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size…  More Info

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Californian Poppy 'Peach Sorbet'

…delicate ferny foliage. These dainty hardy annuals are tougher than they appear and positively thrive on poor, dry soils. The papery flowers attract bees and hoverflies, and make excellent, if short-lived, cut flowers. California poppies are easy to grow in beds and borders, or let them self seed…  More Info

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Philadelphus 'Belle Etoile'

…summer, with white frilly petals, that are mauve pink in the centre, with creamy-yellow anthers. They produce a lovely orange fragrance and will attract bees and butterflies to your garden. Philadelphus 'Belle Etoile' doesn't grow out of control, and is relatively low maintenance, making it suitable…  More Info

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Lilac 'Bloomerang Dark Purple'

…flowers again in late summer, until the first frosts of autumn. It has panicles of rich purple, highly fragrant flowers that are nectar rich and attract bees and butterflies. With a compact and neat habit, it is a great shrub for a small or medium sized garden.'Height and spread: 150cm (59). Plant…  More Info

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Californian Poppy 'Butter Bush'

…dainty hardy annuals are tougher than they appear and positively thrive on poor, dry soils. The papery flowers of Eschscholzia 'Butter Bush' attract bees and hoverflies, and make excellent, if short-lived, cut flowers. California poppies are easy to grow in beds and borders, or let them self seed…  More Info

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Dahlia Happy Days Cream

…the backdrop of stunning, deep purple-bronze foliage. Flowering from June to September, this bushy dwarf dahlia is great for cutting and will attract bees and butterflies to your garden. Height: 30cm (12in). Spread: 25cm (10in). Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size…  More Info

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Dahlia Happy Days Pink

…the backdrop of stunning, deep purple-bronze foliage. Flowering from June to September, this bushy dwarf dahlia is great for cutting and will attract bees and butterflies to your garden. Height: 30cm (12in). Spread: 25cm (10in). Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size…  More Info

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Centaurea Montana Amethyst Dream

…front of borders. Perennial Cornflowers are hardy, reliable and easy to grow. Ideal for cottage garden borders and wildlife areas where they will attract bees and butterflies to their blooms. Height and spread: 60cm (24). Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than…  More Info

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Philadelphus 'Minnesota Snowflake'

…shaded sites and will cope with all soils from heavy clay to chalk, growing rapidly to form superb structural shrubs for mixed borders. The scented flowers attract bees and other beneficial pollinators making Philadelphus a good choice for wildlife gardens. Height: 2m (6.5ft). Spread: 2.5m (8.2ft).  More Info

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Buddleja 'Butterfly Towers Duo'

…tower bursting with masses of fragrant flowers. Each large, upward-pointing flower panicle provides a valuable source of nectar that will attract bees and butterflies all summer long. This slender, hardy shrub is reliable and easy to grow. It demands much less space than traditional varieties,…  More Info

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Hebe 'Red Edge'

…containers on the patio, or dotted through borders for year-round interest and colour. It makes an attractive low maintenance hedge, or a useful addition to wildlife gardens where it always attracts bees and butterflies. Height: 45cm (18). Spread: 60cm (24). Plant height and spread is seasonal…  More Info

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Berberis buxifolia 'Nana'

…green leaves. Not only do the flowers of Berberis buxifolia 'Nana' provide a welcome splash of spring colour, they are also attractive to bees. The purple-blue, rounded berries which follow in the autumn provide further seasonal interest and are attractive to birds. Height and spread: 60cm (24).  More Info

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Salvia 'Blue Queen'

…breaking up the soft hummocks of other perennials and are equipped with excellent drought tolerance. They are also beneficial to wildlife, attracting plenty of bees and other pollinators. Height & Spread: 40cm (16”). Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather…  More Info

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Symphyandra pendula 'Fringe Cups'

…held very daintily on slender, pendulous stalks just above a low mound of soft, pale green leaves. The blooms are an excellent bee food plant as well as attracting butterflies. Drought and salt tolerant, it suits an alpine trough, or any well-drained position which doesn’t sit wet in winter…  More Info

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Cerinthe major 'Purpurascens'

…From late spring onwards masses of nodding, rich purple flowers, surrounded by blue-purple bracts appear at the stem tips, which are highly attractive to bees. With a bushy habit, Cerinthe major ‘Purpurascens’ is a fantastic addition to annual beds or used to fill gaps in herbaceous…  More Info

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Delphinium Blue Jay

…boasting tall flower spikes which add height and drama to borders. Each 3” double flower is a vivid blue studded with a dark bee. The flowers are attractive to pollinators and make gorgeous vase specimens. Height up to 1.75cm (70”). Spread: 60cm (24”). Plant height and spread…  More Info

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