Bee Friendly
Outdoor · Collection
Bee Friendly
Every plant in this collection is chosen because bees, butterflies and pollinators turn up for it.
Verified by RHS Plants for Pollinators listings, or by the bumblebees in our own nursery. Plant a few of these together and you'll have visiting wildlife within days. Plant a lot and you'll have one of the most active corners of your local area.
Why ours
- Hand-grown in Yorkshire
- Peat-free, plastic-free packaging
- Delivered established and ready to plant
- Free care app with every order
Knowledge
Frequently asked
Which plants do bees love most?
It depends on the bee. Honeybees go for shallow, open flowers (calendula, achillea, scabious). Bumblebees prefer tubular flowers (lupins, foxgloves, comfrey). Solitary bees love single-flowered varieties of pretty much everything. The collection covers all three.
When should I plant for bees?
Year-round, but with planning. Plant spring bulbs in autumn for early nectar, perennials in autumn or spring for summer flowering, and late bloomers like sedum and asters for autumn forage.
Do bee-friendly plants need different care?
Generally not. The bigger difference is what you don't do: avoid pesticides, leave seed heads up over winter, and let a corner go slightly wild if you can.
