Importance of not cutting back your native flower heads after they have gone to seed.

As the growing season ends, it’s essential to refrain from cutting back perennial flowers or deadheading shrubs, even though it may seem counterintuitive. Allowing seed heads and berries to remain on the plants provides vital food for birds during winter, attracting songbirds like goldfinches and chickadees to your yard. Additionally, many native bees, such as mason bees, nest in the stems of perennials and shrubs, relying on these areas for survival throughout the winter. By letting your garden remain dormant, you support both birdlife and beneficial pollinators for the following spring.