Flowers For Bees And Butterflies

Aubretia gracilis 'Kitte Rose Red'

…popular ground cover plant which flowers from late spring and into early summer. These resilient plants are carpeting and can be used as a natural weed control in sunny borders, rockeries or on banks and awkward slopes. Aubrieta is loved by bees and butterflies making it a useful addition to…  More Info

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Aubretia gracilis 'Kitte White'

…popular ground cover plant which flowers from late spring and into early summer. These resilient plants are carpeting and can be used as a natural weed control in sunny borders, rockeries or on banks and awkward slopes. Aubrieta is loved by bees and butterflies making it a useful addition to…  More Info

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Philadelphus 'Belle Etoile'

…wonderful plant for cottage, woodland and informal city gardens. It bears a profusion of flowers from early 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.…  More Info

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Centaurea Montana Amethyst Dream

…flowers from late spring through to midsummer. This eye-catching variety makes a fine choice for filling gaps towards the 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…  More Info

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Lythrum virgatum 'Rosy Gem'

…even on heavy clay and in soils that sit permanently wet, making it a great choice for pondside planting. Tall spikes of deep rose-pink flowers are produced from midsummer into autumn, with bees and butterflies flocking to the nectar-rich blooms. Purple loosestrife is a tough and reliable perennial…  More Info

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Agastache Little Adder

Invite bees and butterflies to a nectar-rich banquet with this dwarf Hyssop. Agastache ‘Little Adder’ is a compact cultivar, ideal for smaller gardens and narrow borders. From summer to autumn, upright stems bearing spikes of bluish-purple flowers rise above fresh green foliage with an…  More Info

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Lychnis chalcedonica Dusky Pink

…clusters of dusky pink star-shaped flowers atop stiff, upright stems that are ideal for cutting. The delicate flower colour is perfect for cottage gardens and pastel colour schemes. This reliable herbaceous perennial is also attractive to bees and butterflies. Height: 90-120cm (48). Spread: 30cm…  More Info

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Dahlia Happy Days Red

…small beds in mind. Rich red flowers set off with a centre of golden stamens positively pop against 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…  More Info

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Dahlia Happy Days Cream

…and small beds in mind. Creamy white flowers with a golden centre positively pop against 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).…  More Info

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Dahlia Happy Days Pink

…small beds in mind. Luminous pink flowers with a pale halo and golden centre positively pop against 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…  More Info

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Nepeta 'Neptune'

Loved by bees and butterflies,'Nepeta 'Neptune', is a great plant for wildlife friendly cottage gardens and'herb gardens. This dwarf catmint has 'spikes of purple-blue flowers and mint scented leaves. It flowers early, and has a bushy, compact habit. Height and spread: 30cm (12).'  More Info

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Buddleja 'Pink Cascade'

…blooms are very popular with the pollinators; therefore, this is a wonderful addition to any garden which is doing their bit for the bees. Plant up in a spot where it can get plenty of sun, this will really help the flowers blossom and deliver a gorgeous, sweet scent. Height and spread: 1.5m (5?).  More Info

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Lilac 'Beauty Of Moscow'

…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 to cream…  More Info

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Hollyhock 'Chaters Doubles'

…for adding height and stately grandeur to the back of summer borders. This popular hardy perennial is also highly attractive to bees and butterflies. Height: 2m (78). Spread: 60cm (24). Supplied as 50mm jumbo plug plant. Culinary information: Some parts of these flowers are edible. Click here for…  More Info

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Osteospermum 'African Sun'

…Stunning in containers as well as hot, dry borders, attracting bees and butterflies. Height: 30-45cm (12-18 inches). Culinary note: The bright coloured flowers can be used as a garnish or in ice cubes to add an extra dimension to summer drinks. For more details about edible flowers click here.  More Info

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Teasel

…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 plant for the back of garden borders or in wildlife gardens where they will self-seed freely for a continual display. Dried teasel flowers also make…  More Info

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Leucanthemum 'Crazy Daisy'

…blooms with soft buttery yellow centres that perch on upright stems. This eyecatching Leucanthemum is a magnet for bees, butterflies and other pollinating insects, and makes a useful cut flower too. A perfect addition to any perennial border or wildlife garden. Height: 60cm (24). Spread: 45cm (18)  More Info

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Hyssopus officinalis 'Tricolour Mixed'

…for the border where it will attract bees and butterflies. This exclusive blend brings together a pretty mix of blue, pink and white blooms. Height: 60cm (24). Spread: 100cm (39). Culinary note: Try hyssop as a refreshing tea or add it to soups and salads too. For more details about edible flowers…  More Info

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Gerbera garvinea 'Sweet Collection'

…perfect for dainty patio pots or furnishing a border edge with bright and long-lasting colour. Each vivid bloom is up to 9cm in diameter, providing not only a feast for the eyes, but a banquet for bees and butterflies too. If you can bear to pick them, they also make long-lasting cut flowers. Highly…  More Info

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Achillea millefolium 'Summer Pastels'

Yarrow is a great plant for gardens with light sandy/stony soil, that is in a poor condition. It is also perfect for coastal gardens, with salty winds in exposed areas. Achillea millefolium 'Summer Pastels' flowers can attract bees and butterflies, and are a mix of pastel shades, and are well suited…  More Info

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Verbena Homestead Purple

…to container displays or the front of borders for vibrant colour throughout summer and autumn. Rounded heads of bright purple flowers are held above serrated green foliage on a bushy, spreading plant that is a magnet for bees and butterflies. This half-hardy perennial can be overwintered with…  More Info

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Lavender Angustifolia Essence Purple

…provide year-round structure and interest. Straight stems of bright blueish-purple flowers form a beautiful haze above the foliage throughout summer, attracting bees and butterflies. The long-lasting blooms are also perfect for cutting or drying. Height: 45cm (16-20in). Spread: 45-60cm (18-24in).  More Info

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Eryngium variifolium Miss Marbel

…flowers surrounded by long, spiky bracts. Flowering in July and August, it makes a fantastic partner to other drought-tolerant perennials such as Perovskia and Kniphofia. This short cultivar is easily accommodated in smaller borders and great for dotting about in gaps, where bees and butterflies…  More Info

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Veronica spicata 'Snow Candles'

…tiny white flowers stand out beautifully against the dark, glossy green foliage. This herbaceous perennial blooms throughout the summer, attracting a constant hum of bees and butterflies. With time, this charming Speedwell will form a spreading clump at the front of borders. Perfect for cottage…  More Info

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Astrantia Florence

…distinguished 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…  More Info

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Zinnia elegans 'Queeny Lime Red'

…flowering 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…  More Info

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Agastache rugosa

This beautiful perennial is a phenomenal bee and butterfly magnet and a wonderful additional to a wildlife garden or informal border. From midsummer to autumn it produces eye-catching purple flower spikes and the whole plant has a delicious liquorice scent. It associates well with swaying grasses…  More Info

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Poppy 'Summer Fruits'

…nodding heads are irresistable to bees, butterflies and other pollinating insects. Plant in clumps for maximum impact. Culinary note: All poppies are poisonous. However the seeds produced from Papaver somniferum and Papaver paeoniflorum can be eaten and are used for adding extra flavour, crunch and…  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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Everlasting Perennial Collection

…bell shaped flowers with long green leaves. * Eryngium planum - A handy little plant for the border, as they?ll grow in many different types of soil. * Echinacea purpurea - These robust perennials bloom over a long period, attracting bees and butterflies to their daisy-like flower heads. Echinacea…  More Info

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Salvia Lips Collection

…flowers, Salvia Lips Collection is a wonderful addition to garden borders, or planted together 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…  More Info

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Echinacea purpurea 'Primadonna White'

…stems which them ideal for cutting and adding to floral displays in the home. The dried flower cones also create a strong presence in the border long after the flowers have faded. The nectar-rich blooms are extremely appealing to bees and butterflies, making them great for wildlife planting schemes.…  More Info

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Helianthemum 'Ben Fhada'

…large, bright flowers will emerge above 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.…  More Info

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Rudbeckia fulgida 'Little Goldstar'

…has a neat and compact habit, forming mounds of long-lasting flowers in borders or patio pots each year, which are attractive to bees and butterflies. Easy to grow and a delight in the garden, Coneflowers make excellent cut flowers for the home too. Height: 50cm (20). Spread: 40cm (16). Plant height…  More Info

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Lilac 'Bloomerang Dark Purple'

…varieties just flower once for a few weeks. Lilac 'Bloomerang Dark Purple' blooms in spring and early summer, then 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…  More Info

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Echinacea purpurea 'Alba'

…green-tinged white petals surrounding a golden-brown central cone. A magnet for bees and butterflies, this hardy perennial is ideal for sunny borders, prairie planting and wildlife areas, and makes a great addition to cut flower arrangements. The seedheads can be left on the plant to provide winter…  More Info

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Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Kew Blue'

…care for. Its silvery and subtly aromatic foliage combined with beautiful dark blue flowers will reward you from late summer to autumn. Loved by butterflies and bees, Caryopteris is a tough shrub, making it popular for both parks and gardens in all areas of the UK. Shrubs are perfect for hot, sunny…  More Info

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Lilac 'Katherine Havemeyer'

…of butterfly, bees and beneficial insects. The wonderfully frangranced flowers appear in profusion in May and June. Height: 7m (23'). Spread: 7m (23'). Culinary information: Adding the fragrant flowers to cream cheese or even yoghurt for a hint of lemon flavour. For more details about edible flowers…  More Info

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Callistemon 'Honey Pot'

Offering a banquet for bees, butterflies and other beneficial pollinators, Callistemon ‘Honey Pot’ is also a feast for the eyes, featuring unusual yellow bottlebrush flowers. Excellent compact habit perfect for smaller gardens and containerised growing. Callistemon are exotic looking…  More Info

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Cephalanthus 'Magical Moonlight'

…with wildlife appeal - proving there?s no need to compromise on looks when it comes to catering for bees and butterflies. The Button Bush is truly unique, with florets of white tubular flowers that open to form perfect spheres covered in a multitude of yellow-tipped pin-like stamens. Not only…  More Info

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Knautia macedonica 'Thunder and Lightning'

…cream margins to the grey-green leaves. Bright cerise, pin-cushion flowers are held on wiry stems above the foliage from mid-summer to autumn. Ideal for small borders or containers and absolutely adored by bees and butterflies. Height and spread: 45cm (18in). Plant height and spread is seasonal…  More Info

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Caryopteris clandonensis 'Dark Knight'

…which is perfect for dry, hot, sunny borders, happily thriving in thin soils and surviving periods of drought. Erect stems clothed in grey-green, toothed, aromatic foliage carry whorls of small, deep blue flowers with spidery anthers which are a bee and butterfly magnet. Flowering commences in…  More Info

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Caryopteris clandonensis 'Sterling Silver'

…shrub is perfect for dry, hot, sunny borders, happily thriving in thin soils and surviving periods of drought. Erect stems clothed in toothed, aromatic, silver foliage carry whorls of small, mid-blue flowers with spidery anthers which are a bee and butterfly magnet. Flowering commences in August…  More Info

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Ligustrum ovalifolium 'Aureum'

…this striking Privet an excellent choice for evergreen hedges. Golden Privet is also a fabulous addition to mixed borders where it adds foliage interest and the small cream flowers can be allowed to develop, which are attractive to bees and butterflies. Small black berries follow in the autumn which…  More Info

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Hebe 'Red Edge'

…Grow it in 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…  More Info

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Sedum sieboldii 'Mediovariegatum'

…develops pink margins as the season progresses. Autumn sees clusters of tiny, star-shaped pink flowers that are attractive to bees and butterflies. Sedum sieboldii ‘Mediovariegatum’ is perfect for tucking into wall crevices, trailing over rockeries or edging borders. It works equally…  More Info

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Verbena bonariensis

Verbena bonariensis produces lavender flower heads formed from tightly-clustered florets, held stiffly upright on branching stems. These long-lasting blooms are a magnet for bees and butterflies, and this elegant perennial is at its most effective when planted in large swathes. Verbena bonariensis…  More Info

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Erysimum Duo

…racemes of fragrant flowers are held just above compact and bushy mounds of semi-evergreen foliage and are a magnet for bees and butterflies. Both varieties are fast-growing, drought-resistant and tolerant of poor soils. You can’t beat Perennial Wallflowers for sheer flower power. Pumping out…  More Info

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Lonicera periclymenum

…plant for a host of wildlife: bees, butterflies and moths, including rare species, are attracted to its nectar-rich flowers. Dormice also prize the sugary nectar as a high-energy food. Then in late summer and autumn, juicy clusters of glossy red berries provide a nutritious feast for many birds,…  More Info

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Allium Collection

…long-lasting flowers that are perfect for cutting. Blooming in May and June, ornamental onion looks lovely planted in drifts at the front of a border or makes a great addition to mixed containers. Bees, butterflies and other pollinators are attracted to the nectar-rich, sweetly scented flowers.…  More Info

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Rudbeckia 'Enchanted Velvet Flame'

…period. The semi-double flowers are up to 10cm (4) in diameter and held on sturdy, weather-proof stems above neat mounds of foliage that do not overcrowd neighbouring plants. Flowering non-stop from July to October, the nectar-rich blooms are loved by bees and butterflies, making them great for…  More Info

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Rudbeckia 'Enchanted Nightfall'

…period. The semi-double flowers are up to 10cm (4) in diameter and held on sturdy, weather-proof stems above neat mounds of foliage that do not overcrowd neighbouring plants. Flowering non-stop from July to October, the nectar-rich blooms are loved by bees and butterflies, making them great for…  More Info

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Rudbeckia 'Enchanted Cosmic Eye'

…period. The semi-double flowers are up to 10cm (4) in diameter and held on sturdy, weather-proof stems above neat mounds of foliage that do not overcrowd neighbouring plants. Flowering non-stop from July to October, the nectar-rich blooms are loved by bees and butterflies, making them great for…  More Info

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Cuphea 'Sweet Talk Collection'

…colour. Better still, the flowers don’t require any deadheading. Renowned for their heat tolerance and longevity, they will be more than happy in a sun-baked dry border or patio pot. Cuphea are packed with nectar providing a lively gathering spot for bees and butterflies. Height and spread:…  More Info

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Callistemon Trio

…Callistemon 'Honeypot' - Offering a banquet for bees, butterflies and other beneficial pollinators, ‘Honey Pot’ is also a feast for the eyes, featuring unusual yellow bottlebrush flowers and aromatic evergreen foliage. Excellent compact habit perfect for smaller gardens and containerised…  More Info

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Sedum takesimense 'Atlantis'

…flowers explode from pink buds in summer, attracting bees, butterflies and other pollinating insects. With a low, spreading growth habit, Sedum takesimense 'Atlantis' forms a wide cushion of foliage over time, making excellent ground cover. Plant this drought resistant perennial in a sunny spot for…  More Info

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Ligularia przewalskii

…to autumn flowering is really useful in these shady spots, which tend to be dominated by spring flowering plants and often lack colour later on in the season. It also makes an excellent choice for wildlife-friendly gardens, being deer and rabbit resistant, but adored by bees and butterflies. Height:…  More Info

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Gerbera garvinea 'Cheeky Magenta'

…attracting bees and butterflies. Cheeky but tough, these hard-working plants are low maintenance – they’ll shake off poor weather and shouldn’t trouble you with any pests or diseases. Flowering from June until the first frosts, there will be plenty of spare blooms for the vase so…  More Info

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Gerbera garvinea 'Cheeky Orange'

…attracting bees and butterflies. Cheeky but tough, these hard-working plants are low maintenance – they’ll shake off poor weather and shouldn’t trouble you with any pests or diseases. Flowering from June until the first frosts, there will be plenty of spare blooms for the vase so…  More Info

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Gerbera garvinea 'Cheeky Red'

…attracting bees and butterflies. Cheeky but tough, these hard-working plants are low maintenance – they’ll shake off poor weather and shouldn’t trouble you with any pests or diseases. Flowering from June until the first frosts, there will be plenty of spare blooms for the vase so…  More Info

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