Maximilian sunflower’s striking yellow flowers light up the fall landscape and attract pollinators and beneficial insects at a crucial time

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

Sculptural, slightly tropical looking and a boon to wildlife, Spotted Joe Pye Weed is a gotta-have plant in many parts of the U.S.

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

Plant this Campanula on pathway and patio edges for shots of bright blue from May through September

Plant wild white indigo in central and southeastern U.S. gardens for its large white flower heads and early-spring interest

Unthirsty succulent looks great all year and offers an unexpected surprise in fall

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

Nourish butterflies and other winged creatures with the tubular flowers of Monarda fistulosa, a pretty pink native

Beautiful swamp milkweed makes it easy to help monarchs and other pollinators in eastern U.S. gardens