Every gardener should do their part to encourage bees and butterflies to visit their garden. We have listed a few flowers below that are recognized as bee and butterfly favorites:

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BEE ATTRACTORS

1A009 Medico Alfalfa ( Medicago sativa )
Alfalfa produces a large amount of nectar, which is highly attractive to many species of bees, and from which honey bees produce excellent crops of high quality honey. This strain of alfalfa can be made into a tea by placing two teaspoons of dried leaves in a cup of boiling water and soaking for 15 minutes. This tea is used to treat arthritis, boils, digestive disorders, urinary tract infections and bowel disorders. The chlorophyll in this brew will also dispatch of bad breath. Eating the sprouts in salads is also very beneficial.
Small pack. $2.15

1A008 Red Clover ( Trifolium pratense )
Clover is highly attractive to bees, which visit it avidly for nectar and pollen. Red Clover has long had a reputation as a cancer fighter. The plant contains large amounts of tocopherol, a potent antioxidant form of vitamin E that has been shown to prevent tumor formation in animal studies. It may also provide effective relief for menopausal symptoms as elements of the plant behave like estrogen. A tea can be made by boiling three teaspoons of dried flower tops per cup of water and steeping 15 minutes. Drink 3 cups a day.
Small Pack $2.15

D2227C PURPLE HORSE MINT ( MONARDA CITRIODORA )
A hardy annual with deep purple to lavender blooms. Flowers are arranged in whorls stair- stepping up a single stem. Attracts bees and hummingbirds.
25 seeds $2.15

G072 MOSQUITO PLANT ( AGASTACHE CANA )
This hardy perennial will provide you with sweetly scented foliage and large 1" rosy- purple flowers. It attracts hummingbirds, bees and butterflies. The crushed foliage rubbed on the skin is said to repel mosquitoes.
10 seeds $2.15

H883 Vitex ( Vitex negundo )
A magnificent garden plant, it blooms profusely all summer attracting bees and butterflies. The plants can achieve a height of 10 ft. or more. Plants are used medicinally to relieve headaches, dizziness, colds and mental problems.
10 seeds $2.15 IMAGE

HR370 BORAGE ( BORAGE OFFICINALIS )
Cucumber flavored leaves used in salads and summer drinks. Good bee plant.
50 seeds $2.15

HR229 THYME, ENGLISH ( THYMUS VULGARIS )
Seasoning for poultry chowders, stews, sauces and pickles. Good honey plant for bees.
50-75 seeds $2.15

HR167 LEMON MINT ( MONARDA CITRIODORA )
Lemon scented foliage and blooms attracts bees and butterflies. The oils of the plant have been used to dress wounds.
35 seeds $2.15

HR105 BALM, LEMON ( MELISSA OFFICINALIS )
Lemon scented leaves and sprigs used to make teas and cool drinks. Good for potpourri and the flowers attract bees.
25 seeds $2.15

BUTTERFLY ATTRACTORS

1A009 Medico Alfalfa ( Medicago sativa )
Alfalfa produces a large amount of nectar, which is highly attractive to many species of butterflies, including the Orange Sulphur, Eastern Black Swallowtail and many others.
Small pack. $2.15

D8524 PURPLE PASSION FLOWER ( PASSIFLORA )
Seems to be a favorite nectar source of the Gulf Fritillary, but draws many others also. A vigorous growing vine to 20 ft. or more bearing the famous "Passion Flower" known worldwide. Easy to grow.
5 seeds $2.15

D2208CD LONG STEMMED BLACK EYED SUSANS ( RUDBECKIA ASTERACEAE )
Black Eyed Susans seem to attract the Great Spangled Fritillary better than any other flower. This is just an observation, not a documented fact. They are a good nectar source for many species. This variety of Black Eyed Susans is particularly well suited for cut flowers. Vase life is 6-10 days.
25 seeds $2.15

D7911 BUTTERFLY BUSH ( BUDDLEFA )
Often visited by Pipevine Swallowtail, Anise Swallowtail, Tiger Swallowtails, Painted Lady, Monarchs and many other varieties. A vigorous, deciduous bush with long closely packed, very fragrant, lilac to purple flowers. The nectarine filled flowers will attract butterflies constantly. Mostly used in a garden setting. The fragrant flowers make great potpourri fixings.
25 seeds, $2.15 IMAGE