Trees and Shrubs

A bee approaches a pollen covered willow catkin.

Flowering trees and shrubs for pollinators can fit into nearly any landscape, including residential yards, parking lots, school gardens, and even on farms.

Bumble bee foraging on an apple blossom.

 

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Native Trees & Shrubs for Pollinators

Heather Holm

The Native Tree & Shrubs for Pollinators (PDF) plant list by Heather Holm focuses specifically on pollinator-friendly trees and shrubs. It is organized by type (shrub, small tree, canopy tree) and includes bloom color as well as bloom time so you can plan out an attractive and consecutively blooming array. Finally, it notes what pollinators will benefit from each species. 

 

Trees for Bees

University of Minnesota Bee Lab

Are you looking to go beyond perennial flowers for pollinators in your landscape? Flowering trees and shrubs are an excellent alternative. Trees for Bees (PDF) offers a list of different kinds of shrubs and trees that are loved by pollinators and that are suitable in varying landscapes. Plus - some of them produce delicious fruits that are loved by people too!