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Plant These in May to Attract Pollinator

Pollinators like bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds are essential to a healthy garden—and they need our help. As natural habitats shrink and native plants disappear, home gardens have become critical feeding grounds. May is the perfect month to plant a vibrant mix of nectar-rich blooms, essential host plants, and colorful show-stoppers that will draw pollinators in and keep them coming back.

May Garden To-Do List

May is the month when the garden truly wakes up — tulips fade, perennials surge with growth, and the promise of summer is just around the corner. It’s also the perfect time to roll up your sleeves and get things in top shape. Whether you’re working in ornamental borders, raised beds, or porch containers, this to-do list will help you prioritize key tasks to set your garden up for summer success.

Staff Pick: Nepeta (Catmint)

Easy, breezy, and beautiful—Nepeta, often called Catmint, is a true garden favorite. This hardy perennial is loved for its clouds of soft, lavender-blue flowers that bloom for weeks, even months, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies all season long.

🌱 May Lawn Care Guide

As the days grow longer and your lawn springs to life, May is the month to set the stage for a healthy, lush yard all season long. Whether you’re aiming for a thick carpet of green or simply want to stay ahead of weeds, now is the time to take action. Here’s your essential May lawn care guide to fertilizing, weed control, aeration, and mowing height.

Build a Complete Pollinator Habitat

While colorful blooms are essential, a truly supportive pollinator environment also includes water sources, shelter, and a variety of plants that provide nectar and pollen throughout the seasons.

Planting Annuals to Attract Pollinators!

Learn how to create a vibrant garden that attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds by planting specific annuals known to draw pollinators.

Planting an Abundant Vegetable Garden

Companion planting is a time-tested gardening strategy that pairs plants to boost growth, deter pests, and improve yields. At Town and Country Nurseries, we encourage gardeners to take advantage of these natural plant partnerships to create a more productive and sustainable garden.

Seed Starting 101

Spring is just around the corner, and now is the perfect time to start planning your garden! Whether you’re dreaming of a vibrant flower bed, fresh homegrown vegetables, or a lush herb garden, starting seeds indoors is a great way to get a head start on the growing season.

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