We aren’t the only ones that appreciate spring flowers. As pollinators become active, they are seeking out food sources.
Here are some early blooming plants that provide pollen and/or nectar for beneficial insects and will lift your spirits as well.
Bulbs
Spring blooming bulbs are planted in the fall. If you forgot to plant in the fall, or want to add to your existing beds, we have sprouted spring bulbs that can be planted now. Some of the most nectar or pollen rich bulbs are crocus, grape hyacinth, and fritillaria.
Perennials
Perennials are plants that return year after year. Here’s a peek.
Helleborus Frostkiss Pippas Purple
Primrose, Primula
Bleeding Heart, Dicentra
Lungwort, Pulmonaria ‘Shrimps on the Barbie’
Ajuga ‘Black Scallop’
Virginia Blue Bells, Mertensia
Shrubs
Multi-stemmed, woody plants that will fit into almost any landscape and provide interest in multiple seasons.
This is not a complete list, but some of our favorite, early spring flowering shrubs that will support pollinators.
Shadbush, Amelanchier canadensis
Spicebush, Lindera
Fragrant Sumac, Rhus aromatica
Bottlebrush, Fothergilla gardenii
Chokeberry, Aronia
Witchhazel, Hamamelis virginiana
