On April 14, 2024, the Catlin Gabel community gathered to plant this wonderful pollinator paradise just behind the science building! Covering just over 500 square feet of area with over 70 plants making up 25+ unique native species.Â
A pollinator garden is designed to contain plants to provide food and shelter to animals (bees, birds, butterflies, moths, wasps, bats, and small mammals) that pollinate plants that support the local ecosystem and food web. These pollinators are in decline, primarily due to the use of pesticides and loss of habitat. This is where the pollinator garden comes in.
We will continue to maintain the garden and watch as it grows this summer! Take a peek behind the science building!