Vigorous, low maintenance plant. Bright daisy like flowers of yellow, orange or red shades on fern-like foliage. A rich source of nectar and pollen, making them highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators. Excellent trailing plant in hanging baskets and window boxes. Can also be used a garden edging or filler plant.
Bidens 'Bee Alive'
Bidens
Photo courtesy of Ball Seed
- Eye catching color that works great in combos and garden
- Controlled habit
- Idea for small pots
- Heat tolerant
Hanging Basket
Heat Tolerant
Full Sun
Spring
Summer
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Pollinators
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Easy to grow; drought tolerant Great groundcover or alone in container Trim plant will keep it from outgrowing its pot or space Fertilize weekly throughout growing season.
Height: 8-10 in
Spread: 18-24 in
Spacing: 18 in
Price Level 1: $5.49 ea.~4 ½” pot
Bloom Color: Orange, Yellow
Zone: 9
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Fall Color
- Heat Tolerant
- Hanging Basket
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Foliage Color:
- Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Fall
- Summer
- Winter
- Spring
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Butterflies
Soil Moisture:
- Dry Soil
Genus Overview: Bidens
Common Name: Bidens
Vigorous, low maintenance plant. Bright daisy like flowers of yellow, orange or red shades on fern-like foliage. A rich source of nectar and pollen, making them highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators. Excellent trailing plant in hanging baskets and window boxes. Can also be used a garden edging or filler plant.