FLOWER beds of blooming begonias and colourful pansies are a spectacular sight. But gardeners should stop growing them – because they are bad for bees, an expert warns. ... Begonias contain 'almost zero nectar', he said. Plants with a single row of petals, like geraniums, are better for bees as they have more nectar.

What do begonias attract?

Orange blooms attract butterflies and hummingbirds in hanging baskets, containers or window boxes. Plant in full sun to part shade and keep container moderately moist. Begonia (Boliviensis 'Bonfire'): Reddish-orange flowers appear on scarlet stems—blooming from May to October.

Which flowers attract bees the least?

Bees are attracted to a variety of bright colors, but blue, yellow and purple flowers are the most attractive to bees. Avoid flowers with those bloom colors and opt for flowers with red blooms. Bees do not see red -- it appears black to them -- so red flowers do not attract bees.