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Pollinator Garden Collection

$89 In Stock

Transform your garden into a thriving habitat for butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds with our carefully curated Pollinator Garden Collection. This thoughtfully assembled kit includes 10 native wildflowers specifically chosen for their exceptional value to pollinators throughout the growing season.

Each plant in this collection is native to the Appalachian region and provides nectar, pollen, or host plant resources for native insects and birds. By planting these species together, you'll create a diverse ecosystem that supports hundreds of beneficial species while enjoying months of beautiful blooms.

What's Included

  • Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea)
  • Black-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta)
  • Bee Balm (Monarda fistulosa)
  • Wild Bergamot (Monarda didyma)
  • Cardinal Flower (Lobelia cardinalis)
  • New England Aster (Symphyotrichum novae-angliae)
  • Joe Pye Weed (Eutrochium purpureum)
  • Mountain Mint (Pycnanthemum muticum)
  • Butterfly Weed (Asclepias tuberosa)
  • Golden Alexanders (Zizia aurea)

Key Features

β˜€οΈ Sun Requirements

Full sun to part shade (6+ hours of direct sunlight ideal)

πŸ’§ Water Needs

Low to medium once established; drought-tolerant after first year

πŸ“ Mature Height

12-72 inches depending on species; creates layered visual interest

🌸 Bloom Time

May through October - continuous blooms for pollinators

πŸ¦‹ Wildlife Value

Attracts 40+ butterfly species, native bees, hummingbirds

🌱 Soil Type

Adaptable to most well-drained soils; no amendments needed

Care & Planting Tips

  • Spacing: Plant 18-24 inches apart for mature plants; they'll fill in naturally
  • First Year: Water weekly during dry spells while plants establish roots
  • After Establishment: These plants are drought-tolerant and require minimal care
  • Winter Care: Leave seed heads standing through winter - they feed birds and provide overwintering habitat for beneficial insects
  • Spring Maintenance: Cut back dead stems in late winter/early spring to 4-6 inches
  • No Pesticides: Avoid all pesticides, even organic ones, to protect pollinators

Why This Collection Works

This collection is designed with both ecology and aesthetics in mind. The species bloom in succession from late spring through fall, ensuring continuous food sources for pollinators. The varying heights create a layered, naturalistic look, while the diverse flower shapes attract different pollinator species - from tiny native bees to large swallowtail butterflies.

Several plants in this collection, including Butterfly Weed and Joe Pye Weed, are host plants for butterfly larvae. This means you'll not only attract adult butterflies with nectar but also support the next generation by providing food for caterpillars.

All plants are grown from local seed sources when possible, ensuring they're adapted to regional conditions and genetics match local populations.

πŸƒ Pickup at nursery β€’ Saturdays, 9am-5pm β€’ Ready within 2 hours