A compact, colorful garden that keeps bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds busy from spring to fall. Every plant here earns its keep beauty, structure, and nectar in every inch.
Lavender Zones 59, fragrant purple spikes for bees.
Daisies Zones 49, cheerful whites that bloom for months.
Wild Blue Indigo Zones 39, deep blue flowers early in summer.
Pale Purple Coneflower Zones 39, soft pink petals full of nectar.
Joe Pye Weed Zones 49, tall mauve clusters for butterflies.
Blazing Star Zones 39, vertical purple blooms for late color.
Wild Bergamot Zones 39, fragrant mauve flowers for bees hummingbirds.
Black-Eyed Susan Zones 39, golden daisies that fill gaps with warmth.
Mountain Mint Zones 38, silver leaves and tiny blooms buzzing with life.
Planting tip: Place taller Joe Pye Weed and Blazing Star toward the back, fill the middle with Coneflower and Bergamot, and edge with Lavender and Daisies for a soft, fragrant border.
Hi there — I’m Ava, the creator behind Ava Garden Tips 🌿
I’ve always been passionate about plants, flowers, and the simple joy that comes from growing something beautiful. What started as a small balcony garden has turned into a love for helping others create their own green spaces — no matter how big or small.