Pollinator Gardens

This publication provides an introduction to wild bee biodiversity and offers methods for monitoring these essential pollinators. It encourages citizen scientists to contribute to conservation efforts through simple observation techniques.

This guide provides strategies to protect and enhance native bee habitats on farms, including advice on establishing pollinator habitats and using flowering cover crops. It also offers pesticide risk reduction tips and practical checklists to improve bee habitats, with case studies from farms across the country.

This publication offers guidance on how pesticide use impacts wild and managed bees and provides strategies to minimize harm. It outlines collaborative efforts between beekeepers, growers, and pesticide applicators to prevent bee poisoning

This fact sheet provides tips on how to create suitable nesting habitats for various native bee species, including solitary bees and bumblebees. It highlights the importance of offering nesting blocks, bare ground, and other natural features to support healthy bee populations.

Audubon’s Plants for Birds program helps individuals select native plants to support bird populations and create healthy habitats. Using an interactive database, users can find region-specific plants that benefit local bird species while promoting biodiversity.

Pollinator Partnership is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting pollinators essential to ecosystems and agriculture through conservation, education, and research. Its website offers additional resources, publications, and tools like planting guides to support pollinator-friendly practices.

Colorful, easy to grow blends inspired by local wildflowers!

These mixes feature wildflowers chosen to reflect the natural beauty of Eastern and Western Washington. Planting regionally adapted flowers supports local ecosystems by providing food and shelter for bees, butterflies, birds, and other wildlife. These plants can also help build healthy soils, reduce erosion, and add vibrant color to your space.

This guide outlines strategies to enhance pollinator resilience in the face of climate change, with a focus on habitat management. While specific to California, the recommendations are broadly applicable for creating more resilient ecosystems across various regions.

This resource promotes integrated pest management (IPM) to reduce pesticide use and safeguard pollinators in urban areas. It encourages habitat creation and thoughtful pest control, ensuring the protection of pollinators while maintaining public safety and environmental health.

The guide offers tips for managing yard pests in a way that protects pollinators. It emphasizes the importance of creating a safe, pesticide-free space for bees and other pollinators by planting flowers, providing nesting sites, and using alternative pest control methods.