Pollinators like bees, butterflies, moths, and hoverflies help many plants make fruit and seeds. You can help them in any space.
Plant Flowers They Love
- Choose a variety of colors and shapes.
- Include plants that flower in spring, summer, and autumn so food is available all season.
- Where possible, pick native plants suited to your region.
Provide Water
A shallow dish with pebbles gives insects a safe place to drink.
Offer Shelter
Leave a corner a little wild. Dead stems, leaf litter, and small log piles give insects places to nest and overwinter.
Avoid Pesticides
Chemicals can harm helpful insects. Try gentle alternatives, and be patient with a few nibbled leaves.
Watch and Learn
Sit quietly and count the visitors. Keep a family tally and see how it grows year by year.
