Pollinator gardens are a great way to attract butterflies, birds, bees, hummingbirds and more to your yard. Check out our must have picks to include in your pollinator garden!
azalea
You’ll find bees happily buzzing around your azalea all spring. Azaleas are a stunning garden focal point and are adored by pollinators. Plant in full sun to partial shade and avoid hot, dry locations that receive direct afternoon sun.
coneflower
Coneflowers are a must-have for pollinator-friendly gardens, attracting bees, butterflies, and more with their vibrant daisy-like blooms. These hardy perennials thrive in full sun, providing long-lasting color in shades of purple, pink, orange, and more. With their vibrant colors and long bloom time, coneflowers not only support pollinators but also add striking beauty and reliability to any garden.
hydrangea
With their globe-like flower clusters and wide variety of looks and colors, hydrangeas are always a fan favorite. Depending on the variety, hydrangeas are tolerant of a variety of lighting conditions. These stunning shrubs are a favorite of pollinators and a great way to attract more to your yard.
Hyssop
Hyssop is a fragrant perennial known for its upright growth habit and aromatic foliage. It produces spikes of flowers in various shades, which bloom from summer to fall. Hyssop thrives in full sun and well-draining soil and attracts a variety of pollinators.
Lilac
Lilac bushes are known for their lush clusters of fragrant blooms that signal the arrival of spring. Thriving in full sun, these hardy shrubs are magnets for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Their sweet scent, and long-lasting beauty make lilacs perfect for your pollinator garden.
Milkweed
Milkweed is a hardy perennial known for its clusters of vibrant, often pink or orange flowers. It thrives in full sun and well-draining soil, making it ideal for sunny garden spots. Milkweed is especially beneficial for pollinators, particularly monarch butterflies, as it serves as the host plant for their larvae, The nectar-rich flowers also attract bees and other beneficial insects.
phlox
Phlox have beautifully colored, fragrant flowers that are a perfect choice for borders in a pollinator garden, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds. Phlox does best in full sun to partial shade and average to evenly moist conditions but will not tolerate standing water.
salvia
Salvia is a great choice for attracting bees, butterflies and hummingbirds to your yard while being deer resistant. Salvia prefers full sunlight and is adaptable to both dry and moist locations.