Have you considered planting native Manitoba plants and wildflowers in your yard? Not only do they add beauty and variety to your garden beds—they also do a lot of good behind the scenes.
Native plants are naturally adapted to our climate, which means they’re resilient through the heat, drought, and cold that can challenge non-native species. They require less maintenance, fewer inputs, and they support pollinators and other local wildlife. Simply put, they work hard and look good doing it.
Here are a few native favourites that I love to include in local garden designs:
Culver’s Root
Tall white flower spikes that bees absolutely love. It’s graceful, hardy, and brings height and structure to any bed.
Blue Vervain
With long-blooming purple spikes, this one provides a steady nectar source for butterflies and other pollinators.
“Native plants don’t just survive here—they belong here. That’s what makes them thrive.”
— Kristel Elskamp, Garden Bed Girl
Pearly Everlasting
Soft, silvery foliage and white blooms make this a standout. It’s also a food plant for painted lady butterfly caterpillars.
Canada Milkvetch
Creamy flower clusters that attract bees, butterflies, and even hummingbirds. A quiet hero in native beds.
Planting native doesn’t mean giving up colour or interest—it means choosing plants that thrive naturally and give back in big ways.
If you’re curious where to start, Prairie Flora Greenhouse is a great resource for Manitoba-grown native plants and wildflowers. Or reach out—I’d be happy to help you design a garden that feels good and does good.
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