Do strawflowers attract pollinators? Yes, they attract bees to the garden.

Do pollinators like Strawflowers?

Strawflower (Xerochrysum bracteatum)

Strawflowers are very easy to grow annual that is highly attractive to butterflies, bees, hoverflies, and other beneficial insects. They grow on tall, straight stems making them also perfect for your cut flower garden.

What flowers do bees avoid?

Avoid Violet, Blue And Yellow Flowers

Bees' favorite colors are blue, violet and yellow, so planting these hues in your garden is like putting out a all-you-can-eat buffet sign. Avoid planting bee-favorites like sunflowers, violets, lavender, foxglove and crocuses.