What plants should I include around my bee hotel for optimal attraction?
I'm looking to enhance my garden's ecosystem with a bee hotel, situated in my traditional Japanese garden in a small village. I've been researching companion planting and I'm curious about which flowering plants best attract solitary bees and keep them around my garden. I've already tried incorporating a variety of native plants, but I want to ensure there's a diverse range of blooms that provide nectar and pollen throughout the seasons. My garden tends to have a mix of sun and shade, and I want to complement my existing flora. Can anyone suggest specific plants or combinations that would work well in this setting? Any insights on bloom times would also be appreciated!