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Pollinator Plantings

Protecting pollinators is one of our top priorities!

The Marquette County Conservation District recognizes the essential role that pollinators have in our society. Pollinators  are responsible for 1/3 of the food we eat, and the best way to support pollinators is by creating habitat for them! Each year MCCD makes it a priority to take on several native gardening projects in order to increase pollinator habitat in Marquette County. 

How can you help pollinators?

Plant native!

Listed below are some recommendations from the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) on both honeybee and pollinator habitat improvements. As we know, pollinators - and bees in particular - have been facing extreme declines in their population numbers. There are a few theories as to what is causing this decline, but habitat loss and overuse of pesticides are thought to be the two main culprits. 

Using native plants creates quality habitat for pollinators and reduces the need for pesticides and fertilizers that may harm pollinator species! Many of the species listed on the native shrubs, trees, wildflowers, and plants for honeybees are available for purchase from our annual Tree Sale and Wildflower Sale. Check out our offerings this year when it comes time to planning your garden and yard space!
Plants for Dry Sites
Plants for Wet Sites
Native Trees and Shrubs
Native Cover Crops
Bee's Favorite Plants
Honey Bee Handout

Hours
M-F: 8am - 4:30pm
Telephone
906-226-8871
​​E-mail
mqtcondist@gmail.com
 Quick Links
  • MCCD Annual Report 2022
  • MCCD  5 Year Plan of Work 2016-2021
  • MCCD FOIA  Summary of Procedures

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  • Home
  • Who We Are
    • About Us
    • Meet our Staff
    • Contact Us
    • Employment Opportunities
    • Volunteer With Us!
    • Our Partners
  • Purchase
    • Tree Sale
    • Native Wildflower Sale
    • WILDLIFE Houses + Feeders
    • Gardening Supplies
    • Books
  • Grants & Programs
    • Lake to Lake CISMA
    • Forestry
    • On-Farm Produce Safety
    • Stream Monitoring
    • Wetland Mitigation
    • Urban Agriculture
    • Deer Habitat Improvement Partnership
    • Agripalooza
    • Pollinator Information
    • Great Lakes Restoration
    • MAEAP
    • NRCS Partnership
    • Regional Conservation Partnership Program
    • Soil Conservationist Program
  • Events
  • Board Meetings