While we love the beauty of double flowers like hybrid roses, peonies, and coneflowers, compact, frilly blooms make it impossible for pollinators to collect nectar and pollen. With thoughtful plant … [Read more...]
Pollinators
Plant Sexes & Reproduction: Are There Male & Female Plants?
Curious if your fruit tree is male or female? Or, if other garden plants need mates for reproduction? Let’s explore the three basic groups at work in our gardens Want lots of pollinators including … [Read more...]
How to Grow a Pollinator-Friendly Front Garden Without Freaking Out Your Neighbors
Ready to switch from grass lawn to something more pollinator-friendly and sustainable in your front yard? These tips will help you navigate disapproving neighbors, bylaws, and create a natural habitat … [Read more...]
20 Spring Bulbs For Pollinators
When it comes to helping pollinators in spring, not all flowering bulbs provide the nectar bees and other insects need. Find out which early spring flowers provide nourishment for emerging … [Read more...]
How to Replace Lawn With Wildflower Seed Mix
Looking to reduce or replace your grass lawn? Try eco-friendly options like wildflowers, clover, or fescue mixes suited to zones 3 to 9 in Canada and the U.S. Also see How to Grow a … [Read more...]
60 Plants Butterflies Must Have to Survive
We know it’s important to provide flowers that attract butterflies, but there’s another important element that is often overlooked: the baby nursery. Without the specific plant species needed, … [Read more...]
Want Lots of Pollinators? Grow a Diverse Selection of Plants
How can we attract a variety of pollinators to our gardens? Plant diversely. Each type of pollinator has unique needs that certain plants provide. Kim Eierman, author of The Pollinator Victory Garden, … [Read more...]