Pollinator Program
The Madison Conservation District launched its Pollinator Program in the spring of 2020. This program aims to engage the local community, landowners, and producers into attracting beneficial pollinators to our area. From a small plot to a whole field of pollinator friendly plants, we are happy to facilitate cultivation of this habitat at no cost to Madison County residents.

Additionally, please check out our Pollinator Garden Planting Guide if you are unsure how to begin planning your pollinator habitat. Another great resource on plot preparation is the Lake County Conservation District website.

If you are interested in picking up free pollinator seed, or for more information about the pollinator program, contact our office at info@madisoncd.org or (406) 682-3181.

 

Seed Mixes

In partnership with the Gallatin Conservation District and the Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS), The Madison Conservation District is excited to offer three updated seed mixes for 2025. The seeds are packaged in 100, 500, and 1500 square feet quantities. If you’re not sure what mix and quantity work best for your plot, we are happy to help you decide. We can also work with you to accommodate larger habitats.

Southwest Montana Mix

This mix contains 7 different wildflowers species that are primarily native to SW Montana.

Species include:

  • Prairie Coneflower
  • Indian Blanketflower
  • Purple Prairie Clover
  • Small Burnet
  • Maximillian Sunflower
  • Black-eyed Susan
  • Blue Flax
Southwest Mix
Conservation Mix

This mix contains a variety of flowers and grasses selected for their affinity to establish well and compete with noxious weeds in our area. It primarily contains non-native wildflower species, BUT these species will not become invasive, or take over your property.

Species include:

  • Birdsfoot Trefoil
  • Alfalfa
  • Sainfoin
  • Lacey Phacelia
  • Small Burnet
  • Blue Flax
  • Slender Wheatgrass
  • Tall Wheatgrass
Conservation Mix
Backyard Mix

Our Backyard Pollinator Mix is made up of annual and perennial wildflowers. This mix is meant for those who have contained plots or pots.

Species include:

  • Prairie Coneflower
  • Indian Blanketflower
  • Maximilian Sunflower
  • Black-Eyed Susan
  • Lewis Flax
  • Western Yarrow
  • Rocky Mountain Beeplant
  • Lacy Phacelia
Backyard Mix
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