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There are some indispensable shrubs that are must haves for early pollinator support in the home landscape. Of course, size and exposure can limit use of some of these great woody plants but here are some examples of woody shrubs that provide a great source of pollen along with other support that is crucial to native birds and pollinators.
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Trees are an essential part of any pollinator supporting garden and tend to be overlooked. Why? Great question! Maybe it is because we take them for granted because trees feel so ‘long term’ and not a part of the eye level landscape view. Whatever the reason, trees are so crucial to any native pollinator supporting garden, it may be time to rethink native trees and make a better effort to include them in our overall landscape thoughts and plans.
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It is true…many American Beauties Native Plants® are for the birds. There are numerous American Beauties Native Plants® that are crucial when it comes to attracting birds to the home landscape by providing shelter as well as food sources to keep them healthy throughout the year. It is definitely hard to narrow this list down but here are four suggestions that every bird lover’s landscape should contain or reference our complete list of “Native Plants for Birds Collection”.
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If you plant the right native trees, you will support the most caterpillars which will support the most native birds which will allow you to create a thriving food web that will bring your landscape to life!
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Cooler days and crisper air give us time to truly enjoy our outdoor work, and fall is the perfect time to do some simple planning to prep for next year’s landscape. American Beauties Native Plants® is thrilled to welcome Paul Westervelt of Saunders Brothers, Inc., one of our licensed growers in Virginia, as our guest contributor for tips on fall maintenance. We encourage you to do a bit less while supporting wildlife a bit more, by heading Paul’s wise words.
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