Butterfly and Pollinator Plants

Butterfly and Pollinator Plants: Create a Thriving Wildlife Haven

Support local ecosystems and fill your garden with color, life, and movement with Butterfly and Pollinator Plants from Nature Hills Nursery! These vibrant selections are specially chosen to attract bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other beneficial insects, helping to sustain vital pollinator populations while beautifying your outdoor spaces.

Planting for pollinators adds visual appeal and ensures that your landscape is a healthy, lively environment that supports biodiversity and contributes to the health of your local ecosystem.

Key Benefits of Butterfly and Pollinator Plants

• Attracts Pollinators – Bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and more
• Boosts Biodiversity – Supports essential wildlife in your garden
• Offers Seasonal Color – Bright flowers and foliage from spring through fall
• Low Maintenance Options – Many native plants thrive with minimal care
• Suitable for All Garden Sizes – Containers, beds, borders, and meadows
• Promotes Healthy Vegetable and Fruit Yields by encouraging natural pollination

Pollinator-friendly gardens are as beautiful as they are beneficial! Check out the top pollinator plants that support your favorite pollinators here.

Popular Butterfly and Pollinator Plants at Nature Hills

• Milkweed (Asclepias) – Essential for Monarch butterflies
• Coneflower (Echinacea) – Vibrant blooms loved by bees and butterflies
• Bee Balm (Monarda) – Bright flowers with irresistible nectar
• Butterfly Bush (Buddleia) – Long-blooming flower spikes that draw pollinators from miles around
• Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia) – Bold yellow daisies that offer a feast for bees
• Lavender, Salvia, Liatris, and Coreopsis – Fragrant, colorful options perfect for pollinator gardens

Each plant provides nectar, shelter, or a breeding ground for beneficial insects.

Landscaping with Pollinator Plants

Create a thriving, buzzing garden paradise by using these plants strategically:

• Mix into perennial beds for added movement and seasonal interest
• Plant a dedicated butterfly or pollinator garden
• Use in meadows, cottage gardens, or wildflower plantings
• Line pathways, patios, and garden edges for close-up viewing
• Cluster multiple plants together, because pollinators prefer large groups of the same species

You’ll enjoy the show while providing a critical food source for native species. Find tips on how to attract pollinators to your garden here!

How to Grow & Care for Butterfly and Pollinator Plants

Supporting pollinators is easy with a few key practices:

• Plant in full sun whenever possible; most pollinator favorites love the light
• Choose well-drained soil and enrich it with organic matter if needed
• Water regularly during establishment, then as needed (many natives are drought-tolerant)
• Avoid pesticides and chemicals that can harm pollinators
• Use arborist mulch to conserve moisture and regulate soil temperature
• Use the Finger Test to check soil moisture
• Deadhead flowers to encourage continuous blooming (learn more about deadheading)

Plant diversity is key; offer a variety of shapes, sizes, and bloom times to support pollinators year-round.

Grow a Buzzing, Blooming Garden Today

Bring your landscape to life and support essential wildlife by planting Butterfly and Pollinator Plants from Nature Hills Nursery. You'll enjoy a garden filled with vibrant flowers, dancing butterflies, and the joyful hum of bees all season long.