All Bees Database

Complete reference for every bee in Grow a Beehive. Speed, carry capacity, flower source, and type classification for all pollinators.

Bees transform planted flowers into honey income. Each bee operates on two stats: Speed, measured in meters per second, and Carry, the amount of pollen delivered per hive trip. You cannot purchase bees independently. They spawn when their associated flower matures, which makes the bee database inseparable from the flowers database. This page catalogs every known bee with full stats, flower sources, type classifications, and tier labels for quick reference.

Standard bees map one-to-one with shop flowers. Exotic bees break the pattern, attaching to special flower variants like Butterfly Pink Rose or appearing from broader flower categories listed as Various. Giant Bees emerge exclusively from Giant Flower mutations that can trigger on any planted seed. Event bees like Star Bee require limited-time content. For opinionated rankings of which bees to chase, visit the bee tier list and the tier list hub.

Distance between flower and hive directly impacts effective bee performance. A 19 m/s Hummingbird Bee loses value when its flower sits at the garden's far corner. Elixirs from the elixirs guide speed up flower growth but never change the 14 bee stat profiles in this database. Always cross-reference bee stats with the flower placement guide and validate income projections using the honey calculator. Collection-focused players should also track progress with the bee album checklist.

Bees by Type

Standard — 8 Exotic — 4 Giant — 1 Event — 1

Complete Bee Table

Name Tier Speed, Carry, Flower & Type
Cactus Bee S 18 m/s · 1000 carry · Cactus · Standard Current best bee in the game
Fire Blossom Bee S 17 m/s · 600 carry · Fire Blossom · Standard
Morning Glory Bee A 16 m/s · 350 carry · Morning Glory · Standard
Bluebell Bee A 15 m/s · 180 carry · Bluebell · Standard
Tulip Bee A 14 m/s · 130 carry · Tulip · Standard Strong mid-game bee
Rose Bee C 13 m/s · 40 carry · Rose · Standard
Sunflower Bee C 13 m/s · 25 carry · Sunflower · Standard
Daisy Bee D 12 m/s · 5 carry · Daisy · Standard
Butterfly Bee S 17 m/s · 750 carry · Butterfly Pink Rose · Exotic
Dragonfly Bee A 16 m/s · 500 carry · Various · Exotic
Hummingbird Bee S 19 m/s · 450 carry · Various · Exotic
Ladybug Bee A 15 m/s · 400 carry · Various · Exotic
Giant Bee S 20 m/s · 1500 carry · Giant Flower · Giant Random mutation from any flower
Star Bee S 18 m/s · 900 carry · Weightless Flower · Event

Stat Leaders

Speed and Carry leaders do not always match tier rankings. Giant Bee tops both categories but requires a random mutation rather than a shop purchase. Use these leaderboards alongside the bee tier list to separate theoretical maximums from reliable farming picks.

Top Speed

Name Tier Stats
Giant Bee S 20 m/s · 1500 carry Giant Flower
Hummingbird Bee S 19 m/s · 450 carry Various
Cactus Bee S 18 m/s · 1000 carry Cactus
Star Bee S 18 m/s · 900 carry Weightless Flower
Fire Blossom Bee S 17 m/s · 600 carry Fire Blossom

Top Carry

Name Tier Stats
Giant Bee S 20 m/s · 1500 carry Giant Flower
Cactus Bee S 18 m/s · 1000 carry Cactus
Star Bee S 18 m/s · 900 carry Weightless Flower
Butterfly Bee S 17 m/s · 750 carry Butterfly Pink Rose
Fire Blossom Bee S 17 m/s · 600 carry Fire Blossom

Bee Type Reference

Standard Bees

Standard bees come from regular shop flowers. The progression from Daisy Bee through Cactus Bee represents the intended upgrade path. Each standard bee's stats are fixed and predictable, making them the foundation of reliable honey farming. Match standard bees to their flowers using the flowers database. Most players replace standard bees in order as shop restocks deliver higher-tier seeds.

Exotic Bees

Exotic bees include Butterfly Bee, Dragonfly Bee, Ladybug Bee, and Hummingbird Bee. They offer unique stat distributions and often require non-standard flower sources. Hummingbird Bee leads exotic Speed at 19 m/s, while Butterfly Bee balances 17 m/s with 750 carry. Exotics count toward Bee Album completion rewards.

Giant Bees

Giant Bees spawn from Giant Flower mutations on any existing plant. They can reach 20 m/s and 1,500 carry, the highest raw stats in the game. Mutations are random, so treat them as bonus upgrades rather than planned goals. Never uproot a Giant Flower. Read the giant bees guide for mutation mechanics.

Event Bees

Event bees arrive during limited-time content. Star Bee from Weightless Flower delivers 18 m/s and 900 carry during the Interstellar Event. Acquire event bees before reward rotations end by farming Event Coins listed on the event rewards page.

Combining Stats for Honey Output

Effective honey farming multiplies Speed trips by Carry per trip, then subtracts travel distance penalties. A bee with 18 m/s and 1,000 carry like the Cactus Bee dominates most garden sizes, but niche builds using Hummingbird Bee speed can win on compact layouts. Feed any combination from this database into the honey calculator before uprooting mid-game plots. For upgrade order rather than raw numbers, switch to the bee tier list.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the fastest bee in Grow a Beehive?

Giant Bee reaches 20 m/s, the highest Speed stat. Among reliable options, Hummingbird Bee offers 19 m/s. See the stat leaders above and bee tier list.

What bee has the highest carry?

Giant Bee leads with 1,500 carry. Cactus Bee is the best standard option at 1,000 carry. Full stats are in the table above.

How do I get a Giant Bee?

Giant Bees come from random Giant Flower mutations. Any flower can mutate. Follow the giant bees guide and never remove giant flowers.

Can I buy bees directly?

No. Bees spawn automatically from flowers. Plant the correct seed from the flowers database to attract the bee you want.

Do exotic bees count for the Bee Album?

Yes. Standard, exotic, giant, and event bees all count toward album completion. Use the bee album checklist to track them.

Where can I see tier rankings for bees?

Visit the bee tier list for S/A/B/C/D rankings. This database provides neutral stats without strategic commentary.