Pollinator grasses under pines - Ask Extension
Hello,
I have about 6 pines in my backyard and know they create more acidic soil. I’m wondering if pollinator landscape will work in this area.
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Pollinator grasses under pines #868610
Asked May 15, 2024, 5:21 PM EDT
Hello,
I have about 6 pines in my backyard and know they create more acidic soil. I’m wondering if pollinator landscape will work in this area.
Rice County Minnesota
Expert Response
You can indeed plant a pollinator garden if you choose plants that like acidic soil. Your pine trees are limbed up, so the garden should receive sufficient sun. Here is an excellent article on creating a pollinator garden:
https://monroe.cce.cornell.edu/master-gardeners/pollinator-friendly-gardens/creating-a-pollinator-friendly-garden
Here is an article that list native plants that like acidic soil. Most of the plants mentioned will grow well in Minnesota.
https://www.monroeville.pa.us/DocumentCenter/View/331/Native-Plants-for-Acidic-Soils-PDF
https://monroe.cce.cornell.edu/master-gardeners/pollinator-friendly-gardens/creating-a-pollinator-friendly-garden
Here is an article that list native plants that like acidic soil. Most of the plants mentioned will grow well in Minnesota.
https://www.monroeville.pa.us/DocumentCenter/View/331/Native-Plants-for-Acidic-Soils-PDF
