Composting transforms organic waste into nutrient-rich material that improves soil structure, retains moisture, and supports microbial life. Healthy soil grows strong, diverse plants, especially native species that provide nectar and habitat for bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other pollinators.
Pollinators, in turn, help plants reproduce and sustain the food systems and ecosystems we rely on. Without pollinators, we lose biodiversity, food security, and climate resilience.
Together, composting and pollinator-friendly gardening creates a regenerative loop: food scraps → compost → healthy soil → thriving plants → supported pollinators → more food and habitat for all.
Simple Actions You Can Take This Month:
- Start composting at home and at work
- Plant native, pesticide-free flowers to support pollinators year-round
- Mulch with finished compost to build healthy soil and reduce the need for synthetic fertilizers
- Create pollinator habitats with water sources and natural shelter
- Avoid pesticides, herbicides, and other chemicals that harm soil organisms and pollinators