Native plants support pollinators such as hummingbirds, bees, and
butterflies, but they also create a foundation for the entire local food
chain. Many insects eat only native plants as larvae, and most birds rely
on insects for part of their life. Replacing lawns with native plants and
avoiding yard chemicals are important ways to strengthen local ecosystems,
one backyard at a time.
Pollinators that are native to New England include:
