How to Start a Pollinator-Friendly Garden

Pollinators are the quiet workforce behind much of the food we eat, and a few garden choices can give them a real foothold. A pollinator-friendly patch benefits the whole neighborhood.

The essentials are flowers with staggered bloom times, a water source, and no pesticides. Even a small area can make a measurable difference.

• Plant a mix of flowers that bloom across the season
• Native plants support local pollinators best
• Provide a shallow water source with landing spots
• Avoid pesticides that harm bees and butterflies