Planting native trees for pollinators, birds

CIBOLO CENTER FOR CONSERVATION

Pollinator gardens have become a crucial step toward restoring and supporting local ecosystems. Most often, native wildflowers and perennial plants are emphasized for their ability to attract bees, butterflies and other pollinators.

However, trees also play a vital, underappreciated role in these ecosystems. Trees provide food, shelter and breeding habitats for an array of pollinators and birds, creating a robust ecological web.