Aster - Prairie (Machaeranthera tanacetifolia)

Fun Facts: Bee Balm - Wild Bergamont (Monarda fistulosa)

Bee Balm - Wild Bergamot which is from the mint family, is widespread and abundant to the native range. Its also  prefers full sunny area's with favoritism for some evening shade.  Its flowers are a huge attractor of all pollinators and equally can be used for medicinal purposes including fevers, coughs, and infections. 

• Botanical Name: Monarda fistulosa
• Height: 24"-48"
• Life Cycle: Perennial
• Color: Purple
• Bloom Season: Spring & Summer
• Light Requirements: Full Sun
• Hardiness Zones: 3-8
• Colorado Native Plant
• Native Habitat: Fields, edges, roadsides, hillsides

More importantly here is what you get!

At Finding Nectar, you can purchase Bee Balm - Wild Bergamont (Monarda fistulosa) in a 4 inch pot, grown from seed, without the use of systemic pesticides, and are nurtured in living soil. We prioritize the root health of our flowers rather than forcing them to bloom, giving them the best chance to flourish in your yard within the first year.

Here is why it's important

At Finding Nectar in Arvada, Colorado, we highly value pollinators' vital role in ecosystems and food supply. Therefore, we thoughtfully select plants, like the Bee Balm - Wild Bergamont (Monarda fistulosa), to support them.

These nectar-rich and pollen-filled plants nourish bees, butterflies, and more. Its also using our pollinator-friendly species, you actively preserve essential beings and create a thriving garden. Moreover, as a dedicated nursery serving the Front Range, you can shop worry-free about climate suitability.

Join us in creating a sustainable environment for both plants and pollinators! So, choose Finding Nectar for a greener future. Act now and make a difference with Finding Nectar!

Blue Columbine (Aquilegia caerulea) $9.99 | 4-inch pot

🌿 Quick Facts: • Colorado Native: Yes (State Flower!) • USDA Growing Zones: 3-9 • Height: 18-24 inches • Spread: 12-18 inches

🌺 Bloom Details: • Season: Late Spring to Mid-Summer (May-July) • Colors: Blue and white bi-color blooms • Flower Size: 2-3 inches with distinctive spurred petals

☀️ Growing Requirements: • Sun: Partial shade to full sun (afternoon shade preferred) • Water: Moderate, well-draining soil • Soil: Rich, organic soil with good drainage • Spacing: 12-18 inches apart

🦋 Pollinator Benefits: • Hummingbirds: Primary pollinator, attracted to nectar-rich spurs • Native Bees: Important early-season nectar source • Butterflies: Attracts various mountain species • Beneficial Insects: Supports native pollinator populations

🌱 Plant Care: • Spring: Remove dead foliage, divide if needed • Summer: Keep soil consistently moist • Fall: Cut back after seed formation • Winter: Mulch lightly for protection

🤝 Companion Planting: • Perfect paired with:

• Penstemon

• Native Grasses

• Yarrow

• Wild Geranium

✨ Unique Characteristics: • Colorado State Flower • Natural self-seeder • Deer resistant • Adapts well to mountain gardens • Long-lived when properly sited

💚 Finding Nectar Difference: Grown from seed in living soil without systemic pesticides, ensuring healthy root development and safe nectar sources for pollinators. Our 4-inch pots promote strong root systems over forced blooms, giving you plants that will thrive in your garden.

🌿 Planting Tips: Plant in spring or fall in part shade locations. Excellent for woodland gardens and naturalized areas. Prefers cooler conditions and protection from hot afternoon sun.

Poppy California 'Mikado,' scientifically known as Eschscholzia californica 'Mikado,' a delightful annual that will add a touch of exotic charm and beauty to your garden. With its unique and intricate orange-red petals and delicate, fern-like foliage, this poppy exudes a sense of fascination and allure. Growing up to 1 to 2 feet tall, it forms a lovely display of blooms, creating a stunning visual spectacle.

Poppy California 'Mikado' is a haven for pollinators, attracting bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects with its nectar-rich flowers. Ideal for wildflower gardens, meadows, and sunny borders, this low-maintenance plant thrives in well-drained soil and full sun.

Embrace the allure of Poppy California 'Mikado' and create a pollinator-friendly haven in your garden while celebrating the unique beauty of these orange-red blooms that will add a touch of exotic flair and fascination to your outdoor space.

Fun Facts: Poppy California 'Mikado' (Eschscholzia california 'Mikado')

• Botanical Name: Eschscholzia california 'Mikado'
• Height: 12-18" in
• Life Cycle: Annual
• Color: Orange
• Bloom Season: Spring/Summer
• Light Requirements: Full Sun
• Hardiness Zones: 8-10
• Non-Native Colorado Plant

More importantly here is what you get!

At Finding Nectar, you can purchase Poppy California 'Mikado' (Eschscholzia california 'Mikado') in a 4 inch pot, grown from seed, without the use of systemic pesticides, and are nurtured in living soil. We prioritize the root health of our flowers rather than forcing them to bloom, giving them the best chance to flourish in your yard within the first year.

Here is why it's important

At Finding Nectar in Arvada, Colorado, we highly value pollinators' vital role in ecosystems and food supply. Therefore, we thoughtfully select plants, like the Poppy California 'Mikado' (Eschscholzia california 'Mikado')), to support them.

These nectar-rich and pollen-filled plants nourish bees, butterflies, and more. By using our pollinator-friendly species, you actively preserve essential beings and create a thriving garden. Moreover, as a dedicated nursery serving the Front Range, you can shop worry-free about climate suitability.

Join us in creating a sustainable environment for both plants and pollinators! So, choose Finding Nectar for a greener future. Act now and make a difference with Finding Nectar!

Wallflower Siberian, scientifically known as Cheiranthus allionii, a captivating perennial that will brighten your garden with its vibrant and colorful blooms. Also With its clusters of cheerful, fragrant flowers in shades of pink, purple, and orange. This wallflower exudes a sense of charm and beauty. So Growing up to 1 to 2 feet tall, it forms a lovely display of blooms, creating a stunning visual spectacle.

Wallflower Siberian is a haven for pollinators, attracting bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects with its nectar-rich flowers. Ideal for cottage gardens, rock gardens, and sunny borders, this low-maintenance plant thrives in well-drained soil and full sun.

Embrace the allure of Wallflower Siberian and create a pollinator-friendly haven in your garden while celebrating the vibrant beauty of these fragrant blooms that will add a touch of joy and delight to your outdoor space.

Fun Facts:

• Botanical Name: Cheiranthus allionii
• Height: 12-18 inches
• Life Cycle: Perennial
• Color: Orange
• Bloom Season: Spring/Summer
• Light Requirements: Full Sun
• Hardiness Zones: 3-9
• Non-Native Colorado Plant

More importantly here is what you get!

At Finding Nectar, you can purchase Wallflower Siberian (Cheiranthus allionii) in a 4 inch pot, grown from seed, without the use of systemic pesticides, and are nurtured in living soil. We prioritize the root health of our flowers rather than forcing them to bloom, giving them the best chance to flourish in your yard within the first year.

Here is why it's important

At Finding Nectar in Arvada, Colorado, we highly value pollinators' vital role in ecosystems and food supply. Therefore, we thoughtfully select plants, like the Wallflower Siberian (Cheiranthus allionii), to support them.

These nectar-rich and pollen-filled plants nourish bees, butterflies, and more. Also using our pollinator-friendly species, you actively preserve essential beings and create a thriving garden. Moreover, as a dedicated nursery serving the Front Range, you can shop worry-free about climate suitability.

Join us in creating a sustainable environment for both plants and pollinators! So, choose Finding Nectar for a greener future. Act now and make a difference with Finding Nectar!

Wallflower English, scientifically known as Cheiranthus cheiri, a charming perennial that will grace your garden with its vibrant and sweetly scented blooms. Also With its clusters of colorful flowers in shades of orange, yellow, and purple, this wallflower exudes a sense of beauty and elegance. So Growing up to 1 to 2 feet tall, it forms a lovely display of blooms. Creating a stunning visual spectacle.

Wallflower English is a haven for pollinators, attracting bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects with its nectar-rich flowers. Ideal for cottage gardens, rock gardens, and sunny borders, this low-maintenance plant thrives in well-drained soil and full sun.

Embrace the allure of Wallflower English and create a pollinator-friendly haven in your garden while celebrating the vibrant beauty of these fragrant blooms that will add a touch of charm and allure to your outdoor space.

Fun Facts:

• Botanical Name: Cheiranthus cheiri
• Height:  Up to 24 inches
• Life Cycle: Perennial
• Color: Mixed - Orange/Yellow/Red
• Bloom Season: Spring/Summer
• Light Requirements: Sun/Part Shade
• Hardiness Zones: 4-9
• Non-Naitve Colorado Plant

More importantly here is what you get!

At Finding Nectar, you can purchase Wallflower English (Cheiranthus cheiri) in a 4 inch pot, grown from seed, without the use of systemic pesticides, and are nurtured in living soil. We prioritize the root health of our flowers rather than forcing them to bloom, giving them the best chance to flourish in your yard within the first year.

Here is why it's important

At Finding Nectar in Arvada, Colorado, we highly value pollinators' vital role in ecosystems and food supply. Therefore, we thoughtfully select plants, like the Wallflower English (Cheiranthus cheiri), to support them.

These nectar-rich and pollen-filled plants nourish bees, butterflies, and more. Also using our pollinator-friendly species, you actively preserve essential beings and create a thriving garden. Moreover, as a dedicated nursery serving the Front Range, you can shop worry-free about climate suitability.

Join us in creating a sustainable environment for both plants and pollinators! So, choose Finding Nectar for a greener future. Act now and make a difference with Finding Nectar!