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 Plants – Xerces Society Guide
Nesting & Overwintering Habitat – Xerces Society Guide
Best Management Practices: 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 Home – WA Dept. of Fish and Wildlife Website
Living with Wildlife – WA Dept. of Fish and Wildlife Website
Birds, Bees, and Wildlife - Collection of Resources from Washington Native Plant Society