Protecting Pollinators
Starts With You
Education and Conservation Outreach to benefit butterflies and other pollinators.
We work throughout Michigan and the Ohio Valley to give butterflies and other pollinators a leg up in their fight for survival.
Help us clean and package seed for our seed sharing program. All Gatherings take place at Butterfly Ridge and take place from 1-3 pm. Space is limited so sign up early. Always a good time!
Help us clean and package seed for our seed sharing program. All Gatherings take place at Butterfly Ridge and take place from 1-3 pm. Space is limited so sign up early. Always a good time!
Help us clean and package seed for our seed sharing program. All Gatherings take place at Butterfly Ridge and take place from 1-3 pm. Space is limited so sign up early. Always a good time!
Seed Sharing Program
The Polygonia Foundation shares seeds of native Ohio plants to help folks get started with gardening for with native plants. Native plants are important because many of our insect species are uniquely designed to work with native plants.
Our Organization
What does the Polygonia Foundation do?
The Polygonia Foundation serves as the education and conservation outreach arm of Butterfly Ridge Butterfly Conservation Center.
Among our projects:
We provide seeds of native plants free of charge to help pollinator enthusiasts start with native plant gardening.
We teach about pollinators, including classes and workshops about butterflies, moths, and other pollinators.
We sponsor symposiums and festivals that educate others about pollinators.
We encourage landowners to create habitat for pollinators.
How Can You Help?
You can help in a variety of ways.
Create habitat for butterflies and other pollinators in your home landscape or business.
Spread the word about the Polygonia Foundation.
Participate in our seed exchange by offering native plant seed to others.
Sponsor or host a workshop, presentation, or moth lighting experience. Upcoming presentations by the Polygonia Foundation.