This guide explains the basics of a pollinator garden, including what kinds of flowers to consider planting and other features that will attract important pollinators such as bees and butterflies. View Resource»
Creating a Wildlife Habitat in your Backyard
Habitat is a combination of food, water, shelter, and space arranged to meet the needs of wildlife. Even a small yard can be landscaped to attract birds, butterflies, beneficial insects, and small animals. Trees, shrubs, and other plants provide shelter and food for wildlife. The plants you use for food and cover will help determine the wildlife species attracted to your backyard. View Resource »
Planning a Pollinator Garden
You don’t need a lot of space to start a pollinator garden. Even a few containers of flowers can attract hungry bees and butterflies. To plan a pollinator garden, students will need to know the basic needs of wildlife — food, water, shelter, and places to rear young. This guide will help you and your students learn about native pollinators and their habitat needs, and collect the necessary information for creating such a habitat in your schoolyard. View Resource »
Pollinator Friendly Alliance
The Pollinator Friendly Alliance (PFA) is a dynamic grassroots conservation organization concerned about the steep decline of pollinators. PFA has free resources for educators on how to make your space more friendly to pollinators and other beneficial insects. They also host hands-on learning events to help engage educators and community members. View Resource »
Build a Bee House
A step-by-step guide for building a home for mason bees – a native Wisconsin pollinator! View Resource »
