Moths might not have the daytime fame of butterflies, but they’re nighttime pollination superheroes! By adding moth-friendly plants and creating cozy spots for them, you can make your garden a vibrant haven for these nocturnal pollinators. Not only will your garden bloom with stunning night-bloomers, but you'll also boost your ecosystem’s health and sustainability. Give moths the spotlight they deserve, and watch your garden thrive!

While butterfly bushes are popular for attracting butterflies, they can be invasive and offer limited ecological benefits. Replacing them with native alternatives like milkweed, bee balm, and coneflowers can support a wider range of pollinators and contribute to a healthier, more sustainable garden.

This reading list is your go-to guide for native plant gardening! Dive into “Prairie Up” by Benjamin Vogt for prairie-inspired designs, and check out “The Living Landscape” by Rick Darke and Douglas W. Tallamy for blending design with ecology. “Bringing Nature Home” shows how native plants boost wildlife, while Piet Oudolf’s books like “Planting: A New Perspective” are perfect for naturalistic design. Don’t miss “Pollinators of Native Plants” by Heather N. Holm for attracting beneficial insects and “Native Plants of the Southeast” by Larry Mellichamp for regional tips. Get ready to transform your garden into a wildlife haven!

Here are some fantastic resources to help you pick the perfect plants for your landscape and find where to snag them!

Traditional lawns might look nice, but they guzzle water, need loads of pesticides, and lack diversity. Try swapping them out for native plant gardens, ground covers, or edible landscapes to create stunning, eco-friendly spaces that help the environment and cut down on resource use!

Designing a native garden? Don’t forget the native bees! These unsung heroes, with their 4,000+ species in the U.S., are expert pollinators for local plants, helping your garden bloom with biodiversity. Unlike honey bees, native bees have a special knack for native flora and are generally gentler. Boost your garden’s health by planting a mix of native flowers, providing nesting spots, and ditching pesticides. With these tips, you’ll create a vibrant, eco-friendly garden that supports these crucial pollinators and a thriving ecosystem!

Curious about which native plants are genuinely suited to your area? Dive into understanding your ecoregion to discover the community of plants that harmoniously support and enhance your local habitat.