K–6Civic Lab
Pollinator Gardens
Support bees and butterflies
Elsa
SeraBefore you start
- Age band
- K–6
- Time
- 45–90 minutes
- Quest type
- Hanging Out
- Guardian
- Loam · Piute
- Materials needed
- Native Wildflower Seed Mix — Western US
- Pollinator Garden Identification Field Guide
- Ceramic Bee Water Dish / Insect Watering Station
Why this skill rocks
You get to help fuzzy bees and beautiful butterflies, making your garden a lively, colorful place.
2034Where this could take you
By 2034, you could be designing stunning, eco-friendly landscapes around Olympic venues, making the city beautiful for everyone.
What You'll Need
Optional materials for this quest.
Native Wildflower Seed Mix — Western US
RequiredA seed mix formulated for the Intermountain West includes species that thrive in Utah's alkaline soil and dry climate, perfect for attracting native bees and butterflies.
Pollinator Garden Identification Field Guide
RequiredA field guide to bees, butterflies, and garden plants of the Rocky Mountain region helps you identify visitors to your garden and log them accurately.
Ceramic Bee Water Dish / Insect Watering Station
A shallow ceramic dish with a textured interior gives bees and butterflies a safe place to drink without drowning — an easy addition to any pollinator garden.