Attracting Pollinating Insects: Native Pollinators In Upper Midwest States

Pollinators in east-north-central states of the upper Midwest are an essential part of the native ecosystem. Bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, ants, wasps, and even flies help carry pollen from plant to plant. Many would not exist without these pollinators. For gardeners, whether you grow fruits and vegetables or you just want to support the local ecosystem, it’s important to use native plants to attract and keep pollinators. What are the Native Pollinators in Upper Midwest States? Bees are some of the most important pollinators anywhere including Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, and Iowa. Some of the native bees in the region include: Cellophane bees Yellow faced bees Mining bees Sweat bees Mason bees Leafcutter bees Digger bees Carpenter bees Bumblebees While all bees are important for most food growing, there are other animals and insects native to the area that pollinate plants too. These include pollinating insects like  ants, wasps, beetles, moths, and […]

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