Central Florida gardens are alive with color thanks to a variety of summer blooms that thrive in the region’s warm climate. Hibiscus is a standout favorite, with its bold blossoms in shades of red, pink, yellow, and white adding a tropical touch to landscapes. Coneflowers, also known as Echinacea, bring a cheerful daisy-like appearance and typically show their best blooms in late summer, attracting plenty of pollinators like butterflies and bees. Roses, while past their peak for some varieties, can still be found flourishing in August, especially those with long blooming seasons. For beekeepers, these plants are more than just beautiful—they provide consistent nectar and pollen sources that help keep colonies strong and productive through the summer heat.

As summer stretches on, many wildflowers begin to fade, but a few stars keep the show going strong. Asters and goldenrod emerge as two major bloomers during late summer in Central Florida, painting fields and roadsides with vibrant purples and golden yellows. These hardy wildflowers are especially valuable to beekeepers because they offer reliable nectar flows when other food sources begin to dwindle, helping hives build up strength before fall. By incorporating late-summer bloomers like asters and goldenrod alongside garden favorites such as hibiscus, coneflowers, and roses, beekeepers and gardeners alike can enjoy a colorful landscape while also supporting healthy, thriving bee colonies well into the season.