Pollinators like bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and even moths play a vital role in keeping our ecosystems thriving. By helping plants reproduce, they support the entire food web, including us! In honor of National Pollinator Week, we’re diving into how to plant your very own pollinator garden. It’s more than just a beautiful, blooming space, it’s a powerful way to support biodiversity and give back to the environment right in your own backyard.
Looking for a way to support pollinators and add instant charm to your outdoor space? A pollinator-friendly container garden is the perfect solution. From small patios to sunny front porches, these combos attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, while delivering long-lasting color and beauty through the seasons.
Hanging baskets are a classic way to add a splash of color to your porch or patio, but they can do so much more than just hang by the front door. These versatile containers are perfect for creative gardeners looking to add texture, color, and personality to their spaces in unexpected ways. Ready to get inspired? Here are some fresh and fun ways to put those hanging baskets to work.
Natives are getting a lot of attention these days, and for good reason. They can be better adapted to our hot humid summers, generally drought tolerant once established, and attract a whole host of great pollinators and other insects that are important for native birds to thrive.
Natives also can handle a range of difficult site conditions as they are adapted to places like wetlands, poor soils, and other challenges that make them a good low-maintenance option when sometimes ornamentals can't handle ‘wet feet.’
By late May, the garden has officially entered show-off season. The early spring blossoms have had their moment, and now it’s time for the stars of the late spring stage to shine, bringing bold color, irresistible charm, and plenty of pollinator traffic.
From bee-friendly perennials to hummingbird hangouts, these blooms are the headliners your garden has been waiting for.
