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Container Recipe to Celebrate Pollinator Week!

Check out May’s ‘Pollinator Perfect’ container garden recipe. This vibrant mix starts with the eye-catching Rockin® Fuschia Salvia as the thriller, whose vivid purple blooms are a favorite among hummingbirds. Surrounding it, the sunny Gaillardia Spintop Yellow Touch and the richly colored Penta Graffiti Red Velvet serve as delightful fillers that attract a variety of pollinators. Adding a burst of contrasting color, the Lantana Luscious® Royale Red mesmerizes with its clusters of tiny flowers, beloved by butterflies and bees. Essential for any pollinator garden, Fennel provides a nourishing host spot for butterfly larvae, while the trailing Superbells® Strawberry Punch™ Calibrachoa spills over the edges, completing this pollinator paradise with its striking pink and yellow blooms. Together, these plants create a thriving ecosystem and a stunning visual display.

1. Rockin® Fuschia Salvia (Proven Winners): This salvia variant is known for its long bloom time and brilliant deep pink flowers that stand out in any garden setting. Due to its vibrant color and rich nectar, it’s particularly effective at attracting hummingbirds and butterflies.
2. Gaillardia Spintop Yellow Touch: This plant features bright yellow flowers with a bold red center, making it a standout in the garden. It’s drought-tolerant and blooms generously, providing continuous beauty and support to local pollinators.
3. Penta Graffiti Red Velvet: Known for its velvet-textured, deep red flowers, this penta is a heat-tolerant plant that thrives in full sun. Its nectar-rich blooms attract bees and butterflies.
4. Fennel: More than just a culinary herb, fennel is a critical host plant for swallowtail butterflies. Its feathery foliage and aromatic seeds make it an attractive addition to any garden focused on supporting butterfly populations.
5. Lantana Luscious® Royale Red (Proven Winners): This compact lantana displays clusters of small flowers that change from yellow to red as they mature, offering a kaleidoscope of colors that are irresistible to butterflies and hummingbirds.
6. Superbells® Strawberry Punch™ Calibrachoa (Proven Winners): This vigorous spiller has stunning pink flowers with a deep red throat. It’s perfect for hanging baskets or as a spilling plant in container gardens, attracting hummingbirds and adding a splash of color.

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