The bees and butterflies definitely prefer some plants in the garden over others. I am happy to see them in the yard. While I have some native plants, I have not specifically focused on pollinators. As I ponder how to revamp a couple perennial beds, I plan to incorporate more choices for these charming and useful little critters.

• Minnesota Department of Natural Resources: Minnesota’s Pollinators

• The Bee Lab at the University of Minnesota’s Arboretum

• Flowers for Pollinators from the U of MN Extension Service

• The Honeybee Conservancy: Plant a Bee Garden

• The Minnesota Board of Soil and Water Conservation: Pollinator Fact Sheet

• The Xerces Society Great Lake Region page

Gardening, whether vegetables or plants, has benefits as exercise. Structural Integration can help keep you in good condition to enjoy this activity!