{"id":7279,"date":"2023-01-14T20:35:45","date_gmt":"2023-01-14T20:35:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zangzendo.com\/?p=7279"},"modified":"2023-01-14T20:35:47","modified_gmt":"2023-01-14T20:35:47","slug":"10-flowers-that-are-great-for-pollinators-and-wildlife","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zangzendo.com\/10-flowers-that-are-great-for-pollinators-and-wildlife\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Flowers that are Great for Pollinators and Wildlife"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Do you want to attract pollinators and wildlife to your garden or outdoor space? Planting flowers can be a great way to do that! There are many varieties of flowers that provide food and shelter for pollinators and wildlife. In this blog post, we\u2019ll take a look at the 10 most beneficial flowers for attracting pollinators and wildlife to your garden. We\u2019ll also discuss the benefits of planting these varieties of flowers and how you can choose the best ones for your outdoor space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_60 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\" role=\"button\"><label for=\"item-680143d30d48f\" ><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input aria-label=\"Toggle\" aria-label=\"item-680143d30d48f\"  type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item-680143d30d48f\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/zangzendo.com\/10-flowers-that-are-great-for-pollinators-and-wildlife\/#1_Asters\" title=\"1) Asters\">1) Asters<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/zangzendo.com\/10-flowers-that-are-great-for-pollinators-and-wildlife\/#2_Bee_Balm\" title=\"2) Bee Balm\">2) Bee Balm<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/zangzendo.com\/10-flowers-that-are-great-for-pollinators-and-wildlife\/#3_Blanket_Flower\" title=\"3) Blanket Flower\">3) Blanket Flower<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/zangzendo.com\/10-flowers-that-are-great-for-pollinators-and-wildlife\/#4_Butterfly_Weed\" title=\"4) Butterfly Weed\">4) Butterfly Weed<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/zangzendo.com\/10-flowers-that-are-great-for-pollinators-and-wildlife\/#5_Columbine\" title=\"5) Columbine\">5) Columbine<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/zangzendo.com\/10-flowers-that-are-great-for-pollinators-and-wildlife\/#6_Coneflowers\" title=\"6) Coneflowers\">6) Coneflowers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/zangzendo.com\/10-flowers-that-are-great-for-pollinators-and-wildlife\/#7_Evening_Primrose\" title=\"7) Evening Primrose\">7) Evening Primrose<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/zangzendo.com\/10-flowers-that-are-great-for-pollinators-and-wildlife\/#8_Gaillardia\" title=\"8) Gaillardia\">8) Gaillardia<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/zangzendo.com\/10-flowers-that-are-great-for-pollinators-and-wildlife\/#9_Liatris\" title=\"9) Liatris\">9) Liatris<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/zangzendo.com\/10-flowers-that-are-great-for-pollinators-and-wildlife\/#10_Sunflowers\" title=\"10) Sunflowers\">10) Sunflowers<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Asters\"><\/span>1) Asters<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1666177549304-1a866ee599b6?ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop&amp;w=1213&amp;q=80\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Asters are a great choice for pollinators and other wildlife, as they provide nectar throughout the summer. They have clusters of small flowers that come in a variety of colors and their foliage is attractive to butterflies and bees. These flowers attract a wide variety of wildlife, from bees and butterflies to hummingbirds. Asters make great cut flowers, too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Bee_Balm\"><\/span>2) Bee Balm<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Bee balm is a colorful and fragrant flower that attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. It blooms in midsummer and can reach heights of up to three feet. Its bright colors and sweet scent make it an excellent addition to any garden. Bee balm is a great choice for anyone looking to attract pollinators and wildlife to their garden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Blanket_Flower\"><\/span>3) Blanket Flower<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1656699329193-e990553b8839?ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop&amp;w=1170&amp;q=80\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This flowering plant is a magnet for bees and butterflies, making it a great addition to any pollinator-friendly garden. The brightly colored blooms come in shades of yellow, orange, red, pink, and purple and are easy to grow from seed or cuttings. They also attract birds, as they provide a good source of nectar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Butterfly_Weed\"><\/span>4) Butterfly Weed<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>This orange flowering plant is a favorite of pollinators, including monarch butterflies. It provides a great source of nectar and pollen to visiting insects. It&#8217;s a favorite of bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, as well as other wildlife. Butterfly weed is a great addition to any garden!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Columbine\"><\/span>5) Columbine<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1663384269129-3b4cec37eb7b?ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop&amp;w=1171&amp;q=80\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A beautiful, graceful flower, the Columbine is perfect for pollinators and wildlife. Its bright colors and graceful petals make it a favorite of many gardeners. The nectar it produces attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. It is also an excellent source of food for small animals such as squirrels and chipmunks. A perfect addition to any garden, it will attract a wealth of wildlife.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Coneflowers\"><\/span>6) Coneflowers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>These are a great choice for wildlife, as they provide a large flower head filled with plenty of pollen and nectar for pollinators. The bright pink, purple or yellow flowers also attract butterflies and bees. Plus, the long-lasting blooms make it easy to enjoy the view all summer long. They&#8217;re also easy to maintain and require very little water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Evening_Primrose\"><\/span>7) Evening Primrose<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1624848136907-8661685fbcc6?ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop&amp;w=1170&amp;q=80\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This plant is a great source of nectar for pollinators, especially moths and butterflies. Its yellow or pinkish flowers bloom in the evening and have a sweet scent. It attracts a variety of beneficial insects, making it an excellent choice for attracting wildlife to the garden. Evening primrose is a hardy plant and can grow in many types of soil. It is drought-tolerant, making it ideal for gardens in areas with limited rainfall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Gaillardia\"><\/span>8) Gaillardia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>This bright, daisy-like flower is great for attracting pollinators and wildlife. It blooms in a variety of colors and is drought-tolerant, making it an ideal choice for drier climates. Gaillardia&#8217;s nectar-rich flowers are a favorite of butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees, making it a great addition to any garden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Liatris\"><\/span>9) Liatris<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1598859043271-cba637566d95?ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop&amp;w=743&amp;q=80\" alt=\"\" width=\"779\" height=\"608\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Liatris is a wildflower that is popular for its vibrant purple blooms and its great attraction for pollinators. This flower provides a great source of nectar for bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and other beneficial insects. Liatris also has a deep root system which helps it tolerate periods of drought. It is also quite low-maintenance, so it can be planted in large numbers without needing much care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Sunflowers\"><\/span>10) Sunflowers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Sunflowers are a beloved wildflower that attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators with their bright yellow petals. They provide a nutritious source of food for birds and small animals, as well as beneficial insects. Sunflowers also provide protection from the wind and hot sun, making them an ideal habitat for wildlife.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you want to attract pollinators and wildlife to your garden or outdoor space? Planting flowers can be a great way to do that! There are many varieties of flowers that provide food and shelter for pollinators and wildlife. 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