Pacific Northwest Native Pollinators: Native Northwest Bees And Butterflies

Pollinators are a crucial part of the ecosystem and you can encourage their presence by growing plants they like. To learn about some pollinators native to the northwestern region of the U.S., read on. Pacific Northwest Native Pollinators Native northwest bees are champion pollinators, buzzing as they move pollen from plant to plant in early spring to late fall, ensuring the continued growth of a wide range of flowering plants. Butterflies aren’t as effective as bees, but they still have an important role to play and they are especially drawn to plants with big, colorful blooms. Bees The obscure bumblebee is native to the West Coast, from northern Washington to southern California. Common plant hosts include: Lupine Sweet Peas Thistles Clovers Rhododendrons Willows Lilac Sitka bumblebees are common in the coastal areas of the western United States, from Alaska to California. They like to forage on: Heather Lupine Roses Rhododendrons […]

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