Bee a part of the pathway
Plant native plants
Don't use pesticides
Don't use pesticides
Native plants best support our native pollinators. Plant in blocks of similar species and for continuous, season-long bloom.
Don't use pesticides
Don't use pesticides
Don't use pesticides
Pesticides can harm pollinators even when used correctly. Adopt holistic garden practices and explore alternative pest control methods.
Provide water
Don't use pesticides
Create nesting habitat
Pollinators need a constant source of clean, shallow water. A birdbath lined with pea gravel or rocks works just fine!
Create nesting habitat
Rethink lawn & maintenance
Create nesting habitat
Leave the leaves, save the plant stems and embrace bare ground to give pollinators to a place to nest and overwinter.
Rethink lawn & maintenance
Rethink lawn & maintenance
Rethink lawn & maintenance
Mow less often, leave grass clippings instead of fertilizing and consider converting some of your lawn to native plantings.
Register your garden
Rethink lawn & maintenance
Rethink lawn & maintenance
Don't forget to register your garden on the pathway so we can track our progress! See the Bend Pathway here.
RESOURCES
Native Pollinator Plants for Central Oregon Landscapes
A comprehensive list of the best native pollinator plants for Central Oregon.
Native Pollinator Plants for Central Oregon Landscapes
Download the print version of "Native Pollinator Plants" for larger font and easier reading.
Moth-Friendly Plant List
Moths are more efficient pollinators than butterflies! Find out which plants to include in your garden to attract these night time friends.
Saving and Storing Native Plant Seeds
Saving seeds is an economical way to increase your seed supply. Learn best practices for collecting, cleaning and storing native plant seeds.
Planting & Maintenance Guide
You've got your plants, now how do you get them in the ground and keep them alive?
Pesticide FAQs
Ditching chemicals is a great way to make your landscape pollinator-safe. See some FAQs.
The Need to Weed
See common Central Oregon weed descriptions and learn why they should be pulled.
Getting Started with Central Oregon Native Plants
Learn which Central Oregon keystone species to include in your landscape and why they're important.