Creating a bee-friendly outdoor plant box is a wonderful way to support pollinators while adding beauty to your space. Bees are essential for pollination, and choosing the right plants can make a significant difference. Here are some of the best plants to include in your bee-friendly plant box:

1. Lavender – Its fragrant purple flowers are a magnet for bees and other pollinators. Lavender thrives in sunny spots and well-drained soil.

2. Sunflowers – These bright, cheerful blooms provide abundant pollen and nectar, attracting bees throughout the summer.

3. Salvia – With its long blooming period and vibrant colors, salvia is a favorite among bees and easy to grow in containers.

4. Borage – Also known as "bee bread," borage produces star-shaped blue flowers that bees adore. It’s also edible for humans!

5. Coneflowers (Echinacea) – These hardy perennials offer rich nectar and are drought-tolerant, making them perfect for plant boxes.

For optimal results, plant a mix of flowers that bloom at different times to provide bees with a continuous food source. Avoid pesticides, as they can harm pollinators. With these plants, your outdoor plant box will become a buzzing haven for bees while enhancing your garden’s beauty.