100 Plants to Feed The Bees

100 Plants to Feed the Bees is a practical field guide from the Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation that profiles 100 plants which provide food for bees and other pollinators. It is a 239-page paperback aimed at gardeners, homeowners, and beekeepers who want to support pollinator health.

At a glance

• Format: Paperback, 239 pages
• Author: The Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation
• Coverage: 100 pollinator-friendly flowers, herbs, shrubs, and trees
• Focus: Plants that provide nectar and pollen for bees, butterflies, moths, and hummingbirds
• Approach: Plant profiles plus simple steps to support pollinators

Best for

• Beekeepers planning forage for their bees
• Gardeners building pollinator-friendly landscapes
• Homeowners with yards, gardens, or window boxes
• Anyone concerned about pollinator decline
• A thoughtful gift for a gardening beekeeper

How to use

Browse the plant profiles to choose flowers, herbs, shrubs, and trees suited to your region, then plant them to provide nectar and pollen through the season. The guide also covers protecting plants from pesticides and letting native species grow to support local ecosystems.

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