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Best Annuals for Pollinators

By stacy ling

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Want to attract more hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees to your garden? Here are 7 beautiful flowering annuals that pollinators love. 

Tithonia Tithonia, commonly known as Mexican sunflower, is known for its resilience and ability to tolerate hot and dry  conditions, making it a great choice for gardens in regions with  scorching summers.

Sunflowers Plant in succession and sow different varieties to extend their bloom time. 

Snapdragons These charming flowers come in a wide range of colors and bloom  profusely throughout the summer. They can be  used as cut flowers or left to enhance your garden's beauty.

Zinnias Zinnias are easy to grow from seeds and require minimal care once  established. They are loved by butterflies and make stunning cut flowers  for bouquets.

Strawflowers Strawflowers, also known as everlasting flowers, are a unique and  eye-catching annual. These flowers are prized for their papery petals that retain their color and shape even after drying.

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Celosia Celosia, also known as cockscomb, is a unique annual with striking,  velvety flower heads that resemble flames or brain-like shapes.

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Cosmos Cosmos flowers are known for their feathery foliage and daisy-like blooms. They are not only beautiful but also attract butterflies and pollinators, creating a lively ecosystem in your outdoor space.

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