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To some extent it depends on the species of bee. There are over 6000 species of bee in N. America. Planting for the benefit of bees is a thing, tho'. Honey bees are but one specie, and not native.
https://www.gardendesign.com/flowers/bees.html
https://learnbees.com/best-flowers-for-bees/
https://www.countryliving.com/gardening/g32157369/flowers-that-attract-bees/
https://www.epicgardening.com/pollinator-garden-plants/
I've not vetted the above sites, but they should be sufficient to get your started on 'planting for pollinators.' It's not just about bees, there are many species that have symbiotic relationships with flowering plants.
Your's was a 'small question' about which which volumes been written. Generally it's best to plant native species of plants to attract pollinators in your local area. If you talk to a local greenhouse/ garden center, and/or master gardener's in your area that would also be helpful.