POLLINATORS & WILDLIFE
Supporting the creatures that make every garden possible.
Without pollinators there is no harvest. Bees, butterflies, birds and other wildlife are not visitors to your garden — they are essential partners. These guides help you create a garden that works with the natural world rather than against it, supporting local ecosystems one plant at a time.
GUIDES & RESOURCES
Plants That Attract Bees and Butterflies in the PNW A curated guide to Pacific Northwest plants that provide the best nectar and pollen for bees and butterflies — organised by bloom time for season-long support.
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Creating a Wildlife-Friendly Corner in Your Garden How to designate a corner of your garden for wildlife — what to plant, what to leave untidy, and how to create shelter, food and water for local creatures.
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Why Native Plants Matter for Local Pollinators Native plants and native pollinators have evolved together — here is why planting natives is one of the most impactful things a gardener can do for local ecosystems.
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How to Build a Simple Bee House A step-by-step guide to building a bee house for solitary bees — using simple materials to provide nesting habitat that supports local pollinator populations.
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Understanding the Lifecycle of a Honeybee A fascinating look at honeybee society — from egg to forager — and what understanding their lifecycle means for how we garden and how we support them.
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Bird-Friendly Gardening: Food, Water and Shelter How to make your garden a haven for birds — the plants, features and simple additions that provide food, water and nesting shelter through every season.
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What to Plant for Pollinators in Each Season A seasonal planting guide for pollinators — ensuring your garden provides continuous nectar and pollen from early spring through late autumn.
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Avoiding Pesticides: Protecting Pollinators in Your Garden How to manage pests without harming pollinators — organic alternatives, timing strategies and simple practices that keep your garden productive and pollinator-safe.
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How to Create a Pollinator Corridor in Your Neighbourhood A pollinator corridor connects garden to garden, creating a continuous habitat pathway for bees and butterflies. How to start one in your street or community.
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EVERY GARDEN IS A HABITAT
The choices you make in your garden ripple outward — into the soil, the air and the ecosystem around you. Start small, plant thoughtfully, and let the wildlife find you.