Pollinators are essential for everything from vegetable gardens to flower beds — and they’re fun to watch, too. Luckily, it doesn’t take much to make your yard a welcoming place for them.
Start with These Basics:
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Use Pacific Northwest Natives: Plants like lupine, camas, and serviceberry offer reliable nectar and pollen.
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Ditch the Chemicals: Go organic whenever possible — pollinators are sensitive to even low-level sprays.
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Mix Plant Heights: Taller shrubs, mid-sized perennials, and groundcovers all attract different pollinator types.
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Add Nesting Options: Hollow stems, small brush piles, or bee boxes give pollinators places to rest and reproduce.
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Keep it Blooming: Try to have something in bloom from March through October.
Supporting pollinators isn’t just good for the environment — it’s also one of the easiest ways to make your landscape more dynamic and productive.
