Use gum plants as reliable summer bloomers and to provide habitat for California native bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects

Branch out from typical nursery fare, with lesser-known Rudbeckia species that have delightfully unexpected features

This North American bleeding heart species blooms from spring to fall and welcomes bees and hummingbirds

With roughly 20 species of serviceberry native to the U.S., bees can feed on the early-season blooms while birds enjoy the summer berries

This eastern North American species pairs bright yellow summer flowers with compact shrubbery

These shade-loving ground covers are good for the environment and say something about where you are

These 3 groups of plants will support masses of beneficial insects come autumn

Look for mining bees (Andrena) pollinating woodland wildflowers in U.S. gardens this spring

If you're looking for awesomely strange foliage and low care requirements, this succulent is right up your alley

Plant these 5 native species to bring beauty to the garden — and pollen to the insects — from June through August