Pollinator gardens help support native pollinator species including bees, butterflies, birds, and months–that are critical to supporting local ecosystems and our food systems. During the warmer months, the gardens provide food and safe spaces for pollinators to raise their young. The seeds and leaf litter are critical for native fauna to survive during the colder seasons. Pitt has five pollinator gardens around campus that support pollinators year-round. Stick around to see which pollinators you can spot!
Bee Friendly Pitt established seven bee houses strategically positioned near green spaces on the campus. These wooden boxes, perched on tall posts, offer a secure haven for native solitary bee species.
Learn more about the University's Landscape & Ecology goals and the Pitt Sustainability Plan.