VIRTUAL Workshop - Planting for Pollinators (April Dates)

Build a Garden That Works With Nature

If you want a more productive, resilient garden — with fewer pest problems and better yields — it starts with pollinators.

In this live, interactive workshop, you’ll learn how to intentionally plant for pollinators and beneficial insects in a way that works in any growing zone or region. Whether you garden in containers, raised beds, or a full landscape, the principles you’ll learn can be adapted to your space and climate.

This session runs approximately 1 to 1.5 hours and is led by an experienced educator, former Master Gardener, and local nursery owner who combines science-backed knowledge with real-world growing experience. You’ll be able to ask questions and think through your own space during the workshop — this is not a passive lecture.

What You’ll Learn

Understanding Pollinators

• The different types of pollinators in your garden

• Surprising beneficial insects you may not know about

• How to protect and support them naturally

What Pollinators Actually Need

• The three basic needs of pollinators — and how to meet them

• Plant types that provide food, shelter, and habitat

• How small changes can dramatically increase activity

Native Plants & Wildlife Support

• Why native plants strengthen your garden ecosystem

• Generalist vs. specialist insects (and why it matters)

• How natives can be easier to care for
  

• The importance of variety

Assessing Your Space

• How to evaluate sunlight levels

• Checking drainage

• Basic soil testing considerations

• Working with what you have

Planting for Pollinators

• Why to avoid monocrops and increase variety

• Planting techniques that attract beneficial insects

• Container strategies for small spaces

• Creating layered, diverse plantings

Choosing the Right Plants

• Selecting plants based on your growing conditions

• Choosing plants based on which pollinators you want to attract

• Designing with intentional variety

Creating Continuous Bloom

• Planning for spring, summer, and fall flowering

• Mixing plant types for long-term support

• Designing for season-long impact

Low-Input, High-Impact Gardening

• Reducing reliance on sprays and heavy maintenance

• Building a garden that supports itself over time

What’s Included

When you register, you’ll receive:

• Access to a private digital workshop portal

• Downloadable resources and plant selection guides

• A link to attend the live workshop

• A full recording of the workshop (so you can rewatch anytime)

All materials are delivered digitally and yours to keep.

If you want a garden that feels alive — buzzing with activity, balanced, and productive — this workshop will give you a clear, practical framework you can apply anywhere.

Join us and learn how to plant with purpose, support pollinators, and create a thriving ecosystem in your own backyard.