Pollinator Patch: Native Yards
Rebates, design and plant care
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Plan a beautiful, HOA-friendly yard that supports local pollinators. Discover native plants matched to your ecoregion, check pet safety, and find nurseries. Generate printable plans and explore rebate programs.
What's New in Pollinator Patch
2.1.8
August 4, 2026
If you garden outside Texas, this one's for you. Plant lists, bloom timing, butterfly host plants, and your saved garden now all use plants that actually grow where you live. A few screens used to quietly fall back to Texas. The app asks where you garden instead of guessing, and beginner plant picks cover all 50 states. You can try a garden design before making an account. Free accounts get 2 designs a day. Starter gardens show real plant counts, an HOA-friendly filter, and hand off straight to the planner. Care guides on your saved plants use timing for your region. Fixed the keyboard covering text boxes, a back button that overlapped some titles, and sharper site plans.
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FAQ
What is Pollinator Patch?
Pollinator Patch is a yard planning application designed to help users select native plants that support pollinators while remaining compliant with Homeowners Association (HOA) guidelines. It offers features like plant matching to ecoregions, pet safety information, and printable plans.
How does Pollinator Patch recommend plants?
The app uses your ZIP code to identify your EPA Level 3 ecoregion and recommends native plants suitable for that specific area. It also considers factors like sun exposure, water needs, and pet safety.
Can I use Pollinator Patch for my HOA?
Yes, Pollinator Patch is specifically built for HOA-conscious homeowners. It focuses on designs that are commonly accepted and read as well-kept landscapes, and you can print a clean PDF plan to share with your HOA.
What information is available for each plant?
Each plant profile includes toxicity information for dogs and cats, bloom timing, sun and water requirements, mature size, which native bees and butterflies use it, and nursery availability.
Does Pollinator Patch have ads?
No, Pollinator Patch does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use, with an optional subscription for advanced features.
What are the Pro subscription features?
The optional Pro subscription offers unlimited 'Ask Patch' questions, local watering and freeze alerts, saved garden zones, and exportable plans. This provides enhanced functionality for dedicated users.
Where can I find rebate programs for landscaping?
Pollinator Patch includes a Rebate Finder that allows you to search for municipal turf-replacement and native landscaping rebate programs across the US. You can also join waitlists for programs not yet open in your area.
Is Pollinator Patch available on all devices?
Pollinator Patch is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed for Apple's mobile ecosystem.