Native plants support local ecosystems by providing food, shelter and refuge for wildlife. Even more important are pollinator plants which are an important resource for various species such as the critically endangered monarch butterfly. 

If you are interested in gardening or are planning any landscaping projects, it is important to incorporate native plants and pollinator species into your designs. Here are some guides for native plants and pollinators: 

• City of Palm Springs Department of Planning: Turf Removal and Water-Efficient Landscapes

• Coachella Valley Water District: Lush & Efficient Landscaping Guide

• Palm Springs Airport Demonstration Garden: Plant list

• Milkweed for Monarchs Coachella Valley: Nectar plants bunnies typically avoid

Example Plants:

Asclepias subulata (Desert Milkweed)

    Calliandra californica (Red Fairy Duster)

Justicia californica (Chuparosa)

   Penstemon baccharifolius  (Rock Penstemon)