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How to Plant for Pollinators in Colorado

  • June 19, 2016
  • Green Living, Lawn Care & Gardening, Plant Guides, Project Ideas, Purchasing Tips, Spring/Summer Tips

The week of June 20 – 26 is Pollinator Week, so here at Timberline we wanted to share what pollinators are, why pollinators are beneficial for your garden, and the best plants to plant in your garden to attract pollinators in Colorado. Planting for pollinators is great for your garden, and it’s even better for the environment!

butterfly on flower

What are pollinators?

A pollinator is any animal that causes a plant to make fruit or seeds. The animal spreads pollen to different parts of the flower, which fertilizes the plant. Once the plant is fertilized, it is able to make more fruits and seeds, making them able to reproduce. Honey bees are the most common pollinator; however, there are many different kinds of pollinators. Bees, butterflies, beetles, wasps, flies, some birds, and some bats are all pollinators.

coneflower

Why are pollinators important?

Can you imagine a world without fruit? Without coffee? Without chocolate? Thanks to pollinators, that doesn’t have to be a reality. About 1,300 types of plants are grown for food, beverages, condiments, spices, fabric, and medicines, and 75 percent of those plants cannot flourish without pollinators. They play a huge role in what we consume.

Pollinators also help create and maintain ecosystems and habitats other animals use for food and shelter. They also help reproduce 90 percent of flowering plants. However, there has been a recent fast decline in pollinator populations. This alarming decline is credited to the excessive use of pesticides. However, planting to attract pollinators and controlling your use of pesticides can help fix this problem and the environment.

Hummingbird on flower

What plants attract pollinators?

There are many different trees, shrubs, flowers, and crops that require and attract pollinators. Many of these plants have flower seasons in the Colorado summer months. Here are some options:

Trees and Shrubs:

Lilac tree
Lilacs
Spirea
Hawthorn tree
Hawthorns
Mexican Cliffrose
Mexican Cliffroses
Apache Plume
Apache Plumes
honeycrisp apple tree
Apple Trees
montmorency cherry tree
Cherry Trees
Crabapple
Crabapple Trees

Annual and Perennial Flowers:

Bee balm
Bee Balm
Clover
Clover
bearded iris
Irises
Lavender
Lavender
miniature parade daina rose
Roses
Sunflower
Sunflowers
Violets
Violets
Hyssop
Hyssop
russian sage
Russian Sage
catmint
Catmint
showy stonecrop sedum
Sedum
Yarrow
Yarrow

Crops:

Mint
Mint
Basil
Basil
Sage
Sage
Thyme
Thyme
Cherries
Cherries
Strawberries
Strawberries
Apple
Apples
Blueberries
Blueberries
Tomatoes
Tomatoes
Squash
Squash/Pumpkins/Gourds

Plant for pollinators this Pollinator Week. You’ll not only grow a more fruitful garden, but you will create a more fruitful environment as well. The National Wildlife foundation is hosting a “Million Pollinator Garden Challenge” to reverse the decline of pollinators. You can participate in the challenge by turning your garden into a Certified Wildlife Habitat, where you receive a personalized certificate and many other cool prizes.

Need landscaping assistance before you plant? Contact us.

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