Transform your garden into a buzzing, fluttering sanctuary. Bringing life to your outdoor spaces is all about choosing the right plants—whether you want to provide deep nectar wells for hummingbirds, broad landing pads for butterflies, or rich pollen sources for beneficial bees. 

At Watson’s, we’ve curated a collection of perennials and shrubs specifically chosen to support our local pollinating friends. Explore our top summer varieties below and find everything you need to create your own thriving backyard ecosystem. 

Gardening For Pollinators Blog

Supporting pollinators is one of the easiest and best ways to improve the health of your local ecosystem, increase biodiversity, and support food production. We’ve put together a short blog to help you get started.

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Pollinators & Pals Scavenger Hunt

June 5 - July 26 

Adventure is blooming at Watson's! Bring the family for our Pollinator & Pals Scavenger Hunt, a learning adventure designed to help kids discover the tiny heroes that help our gardens grow. Happening at all three locations. Ask a staff member for scavenger hunt sheet to get started. 

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Gardening Activities for Kids

Here’s some fun activities for kids to help them learn about and support pollinators at home.

Become a Garden Detective: 3 Summer Pollinator Missions for Kids
Become a Garden Detective: 3 Summer Pollinator Missions for Kids

Summer is officially here, and our gardens are alive with...

The Autumn Secret: Making Wildflower "Seed Bombs" for Next Spring’s Bees
The Autumn Secret: Making Wildflower "Seed Bombs" for Next Spring’s Bees

Many native wildflower seeds need a cold winter nap in the soil...

Planting for Pollinators: Quick-Start Flowers Kids Can Grow Right Now
Planting for Pollinators: Quick-Start Flowers Kids Can Grow Right Now

Missed the spring planting rush? Don't worry! June and July are actually perfect for...