If you already have lavender in your yard, then you might have noticed that when it’s in bloom, it attracts bees like a magnet. That’s because the fragrant plant has both pollen and nectar to feed the bees. Another huge benefit is that it blooms during a midsummer gap when bees are usually the hungriest but have fewer pickings. Because lavender is very productive, you can even cut some blooms to enjoy in a vase indoors and there will still be plenty leftover for a bee-friendly feast. Available on Amazon; $15.99 per plant.

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