Do you also find bees and butterflies to be beautiful and useful creatures? So do we! However, did you know that the global decline in bee and butterfly populations has been increasing dramatically in recent years? This is partly due to a lack of nectar and pollen. Bees and butterflies are extremely important for biodiversity and food production. In this blog, we’ll tell you how you can play a positive role in supporting biodiversity, making bees, butterflies, and other insects very grateful!

When you plant bulbs and perennials in your garden or on your balcony, you’ll soon enjoy a beautiful, colorful garden. A garden full of flowers and plants attracts butterflies and bees, as they are drawn to bright and warm colors. In the bee and butterfly attractor category, you’ll find all the perennials that these creatures love. Looking for a specific color, bloom time, or height? Use our filters to make your search easier.

An Attractive Garden for Months

By planting both spring and summer bulbs, you’ll attract bees, butterflies, and other insects to your garden for months. In the spring, they can enjoy Muscari, and in the summer, Dahlias and Gladioli. Additionally, you can choose from our range of perennials, which includes many bee and butterfly attractors. Take, for example, the Echinacea, also known as coneflower, which comes in various colors. The red coneflower (Echinacea purpurea) is a favorite of the rare butterfly, the Painted Lady. Who knows, you might spot this beautiful creature in your garden! Phlox and Lavender are also excellent choices. Moreover, certain herbs like sage and rosemary are very attractive. A bonus is that you can also use these plants in the kitchen.

Happy Bees and Butterflies, Happy Plants

Not only do bees and butterflies benefit from flowers and plants, but the plants benefit from them too! Plants respond to buzzing bees. The flowers react to the buzzing and produce much sweeter nectar within three minutes. Fascinating, right?

Caring for Bee and Butterfly Attracting Plants

Autumn is the ideal time to plant perennials. This gives them extra time to establish roots, helping them grow and bloom better. The best spots for bee and butterfly attractors are sunny locations. After blooming, we recommend cutting them back to about 20 centimeters. This often encourages a second bloom in late summer.

Convinced to create your own eco-garden? Check out our bee and butterfly attractors and choose your favorites!