Checkerboard Garden

The Checkerboard Garden features native plants interspersed with open squares of soil, mimicking a checkerboard pattern. The bare soil patches provide essential nesting spaces for ground-dwelling pollinators like native bees, while the surrounding plants offer nectar and pollen, creating a balanced habitat for diverse species!

Butterfly Milkweed

Butterfly milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa) is a vibrant, drought-tolerant wildflower known for its bright orange blooms. A key host plant for monarch butterflies, it also provides nectar for a variety of pollinators, making it an essential addition to any native garden or wildlife habitat.

Aesclepius tuberosa

Ohio Spiderwort
Tradescantia bracteata

Ohio Spiderwort

Ohio spiderwort (Tradescantia ohiensis) is a striking native perennial with vivid blue or purple flowers that bloom in the early morning. Thriving in a range of soils, it supports bees and other pollinators while adding a touch of elegance to native gardens and meadow landscapes.

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