Region profile
Mixed forests and meadow habitats with strong spring blooms and long summer seasons.
Ontario supports a wide range of pollinators. Provide a mix of woodland edge plants and sunny meadow species for diversity.
Native plants
A fragrant, nectar-rich flower that attracts bumble bees and hummingbirds.
View plant profileA hardy meadow flower that supports bees and butterflies from midsummer into fall.
View plant profileA prairie classic with long-lasting blooms that feed bees and butterflies through midsummer.
View plant profileA shade-tolerant spring bloomer that fuels hummingbirds and early bees.
View plant profileA small native shrub with early blooms that support spring bees and hoverflies.
View plant profileAn early-season bloomer that supports spring bees and specialized butterflies.
View plant profilePollinators
Early-season solitary bees that nest in bare soil and pollinate spring blooms.
View pollinator profileA migratory butterfly that depends on milkweed for reproduction and late-season nectar sources.
View pollinator profileA migratory nectar-feeding bird that relies on tubular native flowers.
View pollinator profileAn endangered native bee that needs diverse, pesticide-free habitat and long bloom seasons.
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