Bee friendly gardens are becoming popular in
the gardening community. So what's the hype and
is there anything in it for you? Bees could be the
key to what's missing, being that they are helpers
that pollinate and can potentially help other areas
of your garden. You can't say 'thank you,' but,
you can return the favor by providing them with a
safe and happy environment.
A few things to consider when deciding on
elements for your bee garden are:
Choosing plants that
attract bees such as
flowering herbs or wildflowers
1
Picking flowers that thrive
in different seasons to keep
your bee habitat going strong
through many, and
2
3
Placing a bee bath with fresh
water nearby with areas for
them to land while drinking.
In addition to our suggestions, below is a list of bee-
approved flowering plants to get you started!
Echinacea Coneflower - A tough
perennial that loves the sun and is easy
to care for. This is a great summer
option for your bee garden!
Goldenrod - Goldenrods
bloom through the fall and can
grow just about anywhere. This
perennial is a favorite of bees and
prepares them for winter.
Sedum - Another bee favorite
is Sedum. Its attractive foliage
produces gorgeous blooms in the
fall, keeping your bee garden
strong.
https://www.westwoodgardens.com/flowers-for-a-bee-friendly-garden/
BEES:
A farmer's
best friends!
10 • Of f icialKidsMag.com • MARCH 2020
