Choose a variety of native plants that bloom at different times to provide nectar and pollen throughout the year. Include flowers like coneflowers, bee balm, and asters.
Provide shelter for pollinators by including plants with different heights and structures. Incorporate shrubs, grasses, and trees to create nesting sites and protection from predators.
Incorporate a mix of flower shapes and colors to attract a diverse range of pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Consider adding plants with tubular, flat, or clustered flowers.
Avoid using pesticides in your garden to protect pollinators from harm. Instead, practice organic gardening methods and encourage natural pest predators like ladybugs and lacewings.
Maintain a water source such as a birdbath or shallow dish filled with pebbles for pollinators to drink from. Keep the water clean and shallow to prevent drowning.
By designing a perennial garden that supports pollinators year-round, you can create a vibrant and sustainable ecosystem in your backyard. Watch as bees buzz, butterflies flutter, and hummingbirds feed on the nectar-rich blooms.