Native Plants and Pollinators

These pocket prairies are not only visually striking, ecologically sustainable, and enjoyable to explore, but they also provide vital support for our local pollinators. Keep reading to discover the native plant species incorporated into these prairies and learn which pollinators will thrive thanks to them.

Native Prairie Plant List

Feel free to use this list as a helpful guide when creating your own pocket prairie in the Fargo-Moorhead area!

This species list, along with the plants, was sourced from the United Prairie Foundation

What is a native plant?

A plant is native if it has occurred naturally for thousands of years in a region, ecosystem, or habitat without human introduction. These plants have formed symbiotic relationships with native wildlife over thousands of years, meaning that many native animals are dependent on these particular species to survive. Native plants are always the best bet when it comes to supporting their local wildlife.

Discover some of our local pollinators that will thrive when you plant a pocket of prairie!

Honey bees

Mason bees

Bumblebees

Mining bees

Leafcutter bees

Green metallic sweat bees

Little brown sweat bees

Small carpenter bees

Monarch butterflies

Black swallowtail butterflies

Yellow swallowtail butterflies

Painted lady butterflies

Clouded sulphur butterflies

Hawk moths

(Hummingbird moths)

Soldier beetles

Red milkweed beetles

Just to name a few!

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