Planting for Pollinators

Pollinators are an important part of our ecosystems, and native plants are important for their survival. These resources can help you understand how to fully support pollinator species in your yard by providing them with options for food and shelter.

Gardening for Pollinators  – U.S. Forest Service Website

Enhancing Urban and Suburban Landscapes to Protect Pollinators - OSU Extension

Buying Bee Safe PlantsXerces Society Guide

Nesting & Overwintering HabitatXerces Society Guide

Pollinator Hedgerows - Clark Conservation District

Go deeper: you can access additional fact sheets, webinars, and pollinator conservation resources on the Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation website.


Supporting Wildlife

Native plants provide important food and shelter for native pollinators, birds, and other wildlife. These resources contain information to help you understand which plants support which animals, and how you can create the most effective wildlife habitat in your yard.

Wildlife Garden Plan - Benton SWCD

Habitat at HomeWA Dept. of Fish and Wildlife Website

Living with WildlifeWA Dept. of Fish and Wildlife Website

Birds, Bees, and Wildlife - Collection of Resources from Washington Native Plant Society