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Using scientific evidence, our extensive experience and the records of gardeners and beekeepers, we’ve selected a range of year-round flowering Plants for Pollinators to help tackle the decline in pollinator numbers. The lists are reviewed by RHS scientists.

In July 2025, the lists were updated and relaunched following an extensive review that began in 2022. After a thorough evaluation of relevant research, changes were made to the lists. Some plants were removed while many more plant groups received a boost, resulting in many more plants being included than before. See details

• Avoid using pesticides and never spray open flowers
• Allow lawn ‘weeds’ to flower by mowing less often. Dandelions for instance are an invaluable food source for many pollinators
• Provide water for pollinators
• Provide nest sites for wild bees

• Plant our recommended plants, using the Plants for Pollinators lists or our planting inspiration guides below, to cater for a wide range of pollinators year-round
• For those that prefer to have more confidence that the plants they purchase do not contain harmful pesticide residues, we have created a list of organic nurseries