The Hot-Pink Showstopping Flower Bees Can't Get Enough Of (And Where To Get It)

Limited-edition items beg to be bought, and Better Homes and Gardens has released one in the form of a stunning flower that's getting a lot of attention. Their 'Summer Bees' dahlia is undeniably lovely. This dream of deep pink, white, and yellow is only available from Walmart, either in stores or online, as of this publication. These immensely popular plants are selling out quickly, so you may miss out on this special dahlia variety. Walmart offers the "Summer Bees" dahlia in several size containers.

In general, dahlias are colorful flowers that will bring bees into your yard, but some types will do a better job than others. The "Summer Bees" dahlia is built for bee feeding. Its target-like yellow center calls to pollinators, and its flat surface is a user-friendly perch for pollen collecting. Unlike some dahlias that are packed with petals, the "Summer Bees" have a single layer that makes it easier for bees to reach pollen.

Plant this cheerful bloomer in full sun, and it may grow to 6 inches tall and 2 feet wide. It's considered an annual, but it's possible to overwinter your dahlias outdoors in zones 8 to 11 or indoors in colder regions, so use caution if you live in these zones.

If the "Summer Bees" shelf is disappointingly empty when you hit Walmart's garden department, don't give up on your quest. The Better Homes and Gardens line includes potted multicolored dahlias that are indistinguishable from "Summer Bees." The green thumbs at this megastore have also curated pairings of flowers and greenery in their multicolored dahlia combo planter. Accented by spikes of deep green filler, dahlias that are virtually identical to the 'Summer Bees' will add a thrill to your outdoor space.

All is not lost if you can't make a "Summer Bees" dahlia or their Better Homes and Gardens counterparts yours this year. With the scores of dahlia varieties that exist, a handful could stand in for "Summer Bees" without seeming like a consolation prize. Keep the bees coming with other yellow-centered dahlias encircled by a wreath of hot-pink and white petals. Good candidates for near lookalikes are the "Liquid Desire," "Double Trouble," or "Junkyard Dog," whose spiky petals are about the only noticeable difference between it and "Summer Bees." Any of these beauties are sure to brighten your patio or pollinator garden.