Some native plants are more powerful than others when it comes to supporting pollinators and birds.
Consider what’s already present in the landscape, encourage their growth, and fill in the gaps with some superstars. Bloom time, food type, and layers of the landscape are a few of the ways to think about what’s needed for the birds and the bees.
Planting natives is better for you, local wildlife, and the environment. Lake Champlain and other local waterways benefit, too. Because native plants are better adapted to their environment they’ll use less water and won’t need toxic chemicals or fertilizers. Planting different layers of native vegetation like flowering plants, shrubs, and trees will help absorb and filter runoff from heavy storms before they enter waterways.
Native Trees: Oak, Black Cherry, Birch, Red Maple, Serviceberry
Native Shrubs: Shrub Willow, Alder, Dogwood, Blueberry
Native Perennials: Joe Pye, Aster, Goldenrod, Sunflowers
