Pollinators

We depend on many garden creatures, large and small, to help pollinate our plants for healthy vegetables, seeds, and propagation - such as bees, hummingbirds, and a surprising list of other critters. Learn all you need to know about your future flower-loving companions here!
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How to Grow and Care for Butterfly Bush (Buddleia)
Butterfly bush (Buddleia) is a colorful, low-maintenance perennial that attracts butterflies and other pollinators. Ideal for cottage gardens, beds, and borders, the cheerful blooms grace the garden all summer long. Learn how to grow butterfly bush now on Gardener's Path. #butterflybush #buddleia #gardenerspath
How to Grow Catmint in the Garden
The Nepeta genus includes catnip, catmint, and other species. And what’s not to love? These hardy and easy to grow aromatic flowering perennials attract pollinators while repelling unwanted pests. Don’t forget their long history of medicinal use! Read on to learn about these mint family members. #nepeta #gardenerspath
Growing Carrots and Other Hosts for Black Swallowtail Butterflies
Interested in growing plants to attract black swallowtail butterflies? Carrots are a favorite of these pollinators, which can make their homes in our yards and gardens. Learn more about growing carrot family plants for black swallowtail butterflies now on Gardener's Path. #butterflies #wildlifegardening #gardenerspath
19 of the Best Sunflower Varieties to Grow for Pollinators
It’s hard to beat sunflowers when it comes to wildlife-friendly plants. These flowers are wildly popular with bees, and are especially good food for pollinators as summer transitions into fall. Discover 19 of the best sunflowers to grow for pollinators now on Gardener’s Path. #sunflowers #pollinators #gardenerspath
How to Grow and Care for Hummingbird Plants
To attract hummingbird populations by growing fiery red blooms in the landscape, you can’t go wrong with the hummingbird plant. Wielding hefty heat, humidity, and drought tolerance alongside its beauty, Dicliptera deserves a space in your garden. Learn more now on Gardener's Path. #hummingbirdplant #gardening #gardenerspath
How to Grow and Care for Ironweed
Perfect for a rain garden or the back of a flower border, ironweed is an easy-care native plant. Sporting tall clusters of purple flowers that a myriad of pollinators, this striking perennial is a top choice for eco-friendly gardening. Learn how to grow Vernonia now on Gardener's Path. #vernonia #ironweed #gardenerspath
The Buzz About Bees: 19 Ways to Help Bees in Your Backyard
Bees are key pollinators in our food systems, yet these flying insects are in danger due to habitat loss and climate change. To help them, you can create a wildlife oasis in your backyard to offer food and shelter. Learn 19 ways to help bees in your landscape now on Gardener’s Path. #bees #pollinators #gardenerspath
How to Attract Pollinators to the Garden | Gardener’s Path
Do you want to garden with a purpose, beyond ornamental enjoyment? When you choose your next plant, make it a nectar-rich flowering variety endemic to the US. Read on to discover a host of choices, and start attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies to your yard. #pollinators #garden #gardenerspath
How to Grow and Care for Gaura (Beeblossom)
A gorgeous cultivated wildflower, gaura is loaded with dancing pink or white flowers on long wiry stems. Easily cultivated, these drought tolerant plants are spectacular for months, flowering from early summer until frost. Learn all you need to know to grow and care for beeblossom on Gardener's Path. #gaura #gardenerspath
How to Grow Rocky Mountain Bee Plant
Want to attract pollinators to your yard? Try growing Rocky Mountain bee plant. These plants are low maintenance and drought tolerant. Plus, they reseed, providing year after year of showy purple flowers. Learn more about growing this gorgeous native wildflower now on Gardener’s Path. #wildflowers #gardenerspath
How to Plant a Pollinator Garden
Help the planet and your vegetable garden by planting a pollinator garden! We'll show you how to bring all the bees to your yard.
15 Top Pollinator Annuals You Need!
I love filling my deck and gardens with customized containers filled with pollinator annuals. Here are 15 of my favorite annuals you need to grow this year. #pollinatorannuals #annuals #butterflyflowers #pollinators
The benefits of dandelions for pollinators and people
Dandelions benefit our pollinators in early spring. …And those bright sunny weeds benefit our health. Read on for more information on the power of dandelion health benefits!
How to Attract the First Spring Butterflies
Nothing says "spring" like seeing those first springtime butterflies in our gardens. Learn what you can do to attract them when it seems so early in the season. #springtimebutterflies #springbutterflies #attractbutterflies #pollinators
Bee-Friendly Plants Create a Perfect Pollinator Garden - National Garden Bureau
Bee-friendly shrubs and perennials that are sturdy, versatile, long-lasting, and stunning, pollinators will love the for sun and part-shade. - National Garden Bureau