Camas Pollinator Supply Blog

Discover expert tips and inspiration for creating thriving pollinator gardens. From planting native wildflower seeds to supporting bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects—explore guides and ideas to make your landscape a haven for pollinators.

Gardening

Understanding Native vs. Non-Native Plants for Pollinators: Why Local Plants Create Thriving Ecosystems

Understanding Native vs. Non-Native Plants for ...

Millions of years of evolution created perfect partnerships between native plants and local pollinators—but garden centers rarely tell this story. While native oaks support 500+ butterfly species, popular non-natives often...

Understanding Native vs. Non-Native Plants for ...

Millions of years of evolution created perfect partnerships between native plants and local pollinators—but garden centers rarely tell this story. While native oaks support 500+ butterfly species, popular non-natives often...

Why Your Pollinator Garden Isn't Attracting Bees: The 5 Critical Mistakes Even Experienced Gardeners Make

Why Your Pollinator Garden Isn't Attracting Bee...

You've planted the right flowers, avoided pesticides, and even installed a bee house. Yet somehow, your carefully planned pollinator garden feels disappointingly quiet while your neighbor's yard hums with activity....

Why Your Pollinator Garden Isn't Attracting Bee...

You've planted the right flowers, avoided pesticides, and even installed a bee house. Yet somehow, your carefully planned pollinator garden feels disappointingly quiet while your neighbor's yard hums with activity....

Why Your Summer Pollinator Garden Is Under Attack (And How to Fight Back Naturally)

Why Your Summer Pollinator Garden Is Under Atta...

July’s heat doesn’t just bring vibrant flowers it also unleashes a surge of pests that put pollinator-friendly gardens at risk. Before you consider chemical sprays, this blog shares a natural...

Why Your Summer Pollinator Garden Is Under Atta...

July’s heat doesn’t just bring vibrant flowers it also unleashes a surge of pests that put pollinator-friendly gardens at risk. Before you consider chemical sprays, this blog shares a natural...

Why Your Spring Garden Might Be Failing Our Buzzing Friends

Why Your Spring Garden Might Be Failing Our Buz...

Spring is a critical time for pollinators emerging from winter hibernation, yet many gardens lack the essential resources these beneficial insects need. This comprehensive guide explores how to create a...

Why Your Spring Garden Might Be Failing Our Buz...

Spring is a critical time for pollinators emerging from winter hibernation, yet many gardens lack the essential resources these beneficial insects need. This comprehensive guide explores how to create a...

Native Plants

Boosting Biodiversity: The Ultimate Guide to Cr...

Discover the transformative power of native plants and turn your backyard into a thriving ecosystem that supports local wildlife while enhancing your landscape’s beauty and sustainability. Research shows that native...

Boosting Biodiversity: The Ultimate Guide to Cr...

Discover the transformative power of native plants and turn your backyard into a thriving ecosystem that supports local wildlife while enhancing your landscape’s beauty and sustainability. Research shows that native...

Creating Your Early Spring Pollinator Paradise: A Complete Guide to Native Wildflower Gardening

Creating Your Early Spring Pollinator Paradise:...

As February's chill lingers across America, a silent emergency unfolds in our gardens. Queen bumblebees stir from winter slumber with depleted reserves, while mining bees tunnel through frost-kissed soil. These...

Creating Your Early Spring Pollinator Paradise:...

As February's chill lingers across America, a silent emergency unfolds in our gardens. Queen bumblebees stir from winter slumber with depleted reserves, while mining bees tunnel through frost-kissed soil. These...

  • Fall Preparation for Next Year's Pollinators: The Critical Steps Most Gardeners Miss

    Fall Preparation for Next Year's Pollinators: T...

    Why Autumn Garden Cleanup Could Be Sabotaging Your Spring Pollinator Paradise As September's warm days give way to October's crisp mornings, most gardeners begin their annual ritual of tidying up...

    Fall Preparation for Next Year's Pollinators: T...

    Why Autumn Garden Cleanup Could Be Sabotaging Your Spring Pollinator Paradise As September's warm days give way to October's crisp mornings, most gardeners begin their annual ritual of tidying up...

  • Moths: The Fluttery World of Lepidoptera

    Moths: The Fluttery World of Lepidoptera

    Welcome to our fascinating world of moths, where beauty and mystery intertwine under the moonlit sky. While butterflies often steal the spotlight with their vibrant colors and graceful flight, moths...

    Moths: The Fluttery World of Lepidoptera

    Welcome to our fascinating world of moths, where beauty and mystery intertwine under the moonlit sky. While butterflies often steal the spotlight with their vibrant colors and graceful flight, moths...

  • Monarch Butterflies, what are they and why Should we Care?

    Monarch Butterflies, what are they and why Shou...

      Welcome to our exploration of the fascinating world of Monarch butterflies, (Danaus Plexippus)! These vibrant, orange-and-black beauties are more than just a pretty sight in our gardens. They play...

    Monarch Butterflies, what are they and why Shou...

      Welcome to our exploration of the fascinating world of Monarch butterflies, (Danaus Plexippus)! These vibrant, orange-and-black beauties are more than just a pretty sight in our gardens. They play...

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  • July's Pollinator Powerhouses: Which Summer Bloomers Actually Work

    July's Pollinator Powerhouses: Which Summer Blo...

      Have you ever watched your beautiful spring pollinator garden wither into a disappointing wasteland by mid-July? You're not alone if you've experienced the heartbreak of watching your carefully planned...

    July's Pollinator Powerhouses: Which Summer Blo...

      Have you ever watched your beautiful spring pollinator garden wither into a disappointing wasteland by mid-July? You're not alone if you've experienced the heartbreak of watching your carefully planned...

  • The Ultimate Transition Plant Selection Guide: Regional Recommendations That Actually Work

    The Ultimate Transition Plant Selection Guide: ...

    Transform your pollinator garden from "boom-bust" to consistently abundant! If you've struggled with bloom gaps and frustrated pollinators, it's time to ditch generic advice and embrace regional reality. This guide...

    The Ultimate Transition Plant Selection Guide: ...

    Transform your pollinator garden from "boom-bust" to consistently abundant! If you've struggled with bloom gaps and frustrated pollinators, it's time to ditch generic advice and embrace regional reality. This guide...

  • Summer Pollinator Garden Transitions: Bridging Spring to Summer Blooms

    Summer Pollinator Garden Transitions: Bridging ...

    Discover why generic plant lists fail and how to select transition plants that actually work in your specific region. This comprehensive guide reveals the strategic approach to eliminating bloom gaps...

    Summer Pollinator Garden Transitions: Bridging ...

    Discover why generic plant lists fail and how to select transition plants that actually work in your specific region. This comprehensive guide reveals the strategic approach to eliminating bloom gaps...

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