By mid-summer the pollinator garden feels like a small world of constant motion. Coneflowers, bee balm, and blazing star bloom across the garden beds. Bees move quickly from flower to flower while butterflies drift through the taller stems. Standing in my garden during this time of year, I can hear the steady hum of insects working throughout the day.
Pollinators often visit hundreds of flowers during a single foraging trip, gathering nectar and pollen that support both their colonies and the plants themselves. Watching that activity unfold always reminds me how interconnected prairie life is. Every flower in the garden plays a role in supporting insects, birds, and the broader ecosystem. The movement of pollinators between flowers keeps the garden in motion.
Many of the bright summer colors in prairie wildflowers often inspire the palettes I use when designing handmade pieces. Summer in the garden always feels vibrant and full of life.
