Honeybee Gardens are
Lovely to See
Honeybee gardens are increasing in popularity as people realize the extreme dangers of dwindling bee populations.
While some only think of these insects as annoying creatures capable of a harmful sting, others are slowly beginning to realize their importance to our nation's food and plant sources and the benefits it brings to our health and our medical needs. In fact, research has estimated that as much as eighty percent of our nation's crops are pollinated by these hard-working insects in fact most forms of plant pollination. With their numbers significantly declining in recent years, farmers have been known to purposely import bee colonies in order to best pollinate their crops. This is not the only reason attracting honey bees is important. We can benefit from the benefits of bee pollen for our health. Those interested in growing gardens and flowers for bees will be delighted to know that some of the most beautiful plants and flowers in a vibrant array of colors are those that serve best in attracting bees.
If a person is already an avid gardener, it is likely that many of the most common flowers used in attracting bees are already present. Some of these flowers include, however are not limited to generally in the UK.
Sunflowers, Marigolds, Shasta, daisies, Zinnias, Geraniums, Dahlias, Holly Hocks, Cosmos, Hyacinths, Foxgloves, Asters, Crocuses, Lavender
Some American Honeybee Gardens Favourites
Basil, Beebalm, Borage, Catnip, Chamomile, Fennel, Horehound, Hyssop, Lavender, Lemon balm, Marjoram, Oregano, Rosemary, Sage, Thyme
Some Australian Honeybee Garden Favourites
Lemon Scented Tea Tree, Fan Flower, Coast Rosemary, Hebe, Coral Plant, Butterfly Bush, Lavender, Roses Bottlebrush, Christmas Bush, Daisies, Eucalyptus
Some Indian Honeybee Garden Favourites
Amaryllis, Hyacinth, Tulip, Narcissus, Anemone, Dutch, Crocus, Dewberry, Dog's Mercury, Early Star-of-Bethlehem, Ghostflower, Iris, Celandine, Snowflake, Dahlia, Floss, flower, Globe amaranth, Gourds, Marigolds, Morning glory, Nasturtium, Petunias, Sunflower, Torenia, Begonia, Goldenrain-tree, Red Swamp, Maple, Sweet Gum, Crape, Myrtle, Dogwood
Some New Zealand Favourites
The most famous plant for producing the most famous honey is of course the Manuka Bush, everyone knows or has heard about this plant and it is indeed extremely pretty too. These flowers for bees make the wonderful manuka honey which is probably the best honey for medical purposes.
Cyclamen, Georgia Peach, Hydrangea, Buddelia, Poinsettia, Lavender, Petunia, Peony Roses, Tulips, Dahlias,Magnolia, Geranium, Sweet Peas
We must not forget the ever popular garden rose which comes in so many varieties. This flower is propbably my favourite although honey bees do tend to have a problem collecting nectar and pollen from very tight closed in roses. There are many varieties that are suitable for your honey bee garden and let's not forget our fruits...........growing your own fruit whether you are lucky enough to have your own orchard or just a container to grow strawberries or raspberries in, you will benefit greatly from these especially if you combine with the benefits of honey. In general, brightly colored flowers are among those that are the most effective in attracting bees. The best flowers for bees are those that will bloom during the spring and fall months, and provide enough pollen and nectar to make honey and sustain the insects during those times. Blooms should be planted close together whenever possible, making it most convenient for the bees to foliage. The bee keeper who likes to keep his own bees not only sees this as a hobby but just loves the fact he can produce his own raw honey from which he or she benefits from eating.
Isn’t it a joy and pleasure to sit in your garden knowing you have grown flowers and enjoying having done your bit in attracting bees..
In recent years, a phenomenon referred to as the Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD) has resulted in a drastic reduction in the amount of naturally occurring bees. While it is largely unknown what has caused such record low numbers of bees, chemical pesticides are suspected to have contributed to the problem. Keeping this in mind, a serious effort should be made to keep honeybee gardens pesticide free. Attracting bees with organic gardens and crops for the production of organic honey is a far healthier choice for bees and eliminates the risks that chemical pesticides may pose. In such efforts, it should further be noted that geraniums and marigolds possess natural insect repellent properties therefore each of these should be standard in honeybee gardens. Why are Honeybee Gardens important?
Honeybee gardens are not just attractive to bees, we all know how wonderful it is to see fields and gardens full of crops of food we need for our own suvival. By growing our own (because this trend is growing by the day) we help ourselves by having the satisfaction of our own organically grown food to benefit from and of course we will be doing our bit for the survival of these very important little creatures. Many people are concerned about keeping bees because they have been frightened by the visions hollywood have instigated in our heads by releasing films about killer bees. You really have no need to worry, bees will not just set out to sting you! If you are considering growing more plants and flowers, maybe you have just set up home for the first time and you can't wait to get started on your garden, perhaps you could consider keeping your own bee hives, what a fantastic way for you to benefit from your own supply of raw honey. While many conjure up thoughts of killer swarms and can't imagine why anyone would purposely concentrate on attracting bees, the truth is that most bees aren't as aggressive as is commonly believed. Bees aren't overly interested in stinging people and don't seek out a confrontation. When bees do sting it is because someone has interrupted their flight path, which is why it is best to simply move out of the bee's way and allow it to pass whenever paths converge. It is perhaps this fear of bees that makes most people shun the idea of beekeeping and starting honeybee gardens. Hopefully, once their nature is better understood, more people will engage in the useful art of planting. Seeing that these meticulous, reliable workers pollinate more than 100 different types of commercial crops and are responsible for pollination that increases crop values by as much as $18 billion dollars annually, it is easy to understand the necessity of honeybee gardens. By attracting them and giving them what they need, they are then in a better position to give us what we need in return, a pretty garden and all The Benefits of Honey.
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