The Anoka Conservation District is now accepting applications for residential pollinator habitat cost share projects through the Lawns to Legumes Pollinator Pathways program. This program seeks to benefit at risk pollinator species such as the Monarch Butterfly and Rusty Patched Bumble Bee by increasing the availability of native plant resources in residential areas and creating awareness of pollinator conservation approaches.
Eligible project practices include:
- Native pocket plantings
- Beneficial flowering tree and shrub plantings
- Pollinator friendly lawns
- Pollinator meadows
Applicants within the program’s priority areas will have priority for funding. Properties in highly residential areas or adjacent to waterways are additional funding priorities.
If selected, landowners will be reimbursed up to $750 for native plant materials and essential project supplies. Materials other than native plants and seed may not exceed 50% of your reimbursement. Landowners will match 25% of reimbursable project costs with cash or in-kind installation labor at a rate of $25/hour.
Participants will receive project guidance from ACD staff or volunteer mentors from the Master Gardener and Master Naturalist programs. These mentors can assist with garden design and project maintenance guidance.
Interested landowners should review the cost-share program fact sheet and priority area map. Ideal candidates will be committed to project maintenance as this program seeks to demonstrate quality pollinator habitat projects.
Applications can be submitted via google forms. Questions can be directed to Logan Olson,