Pollinator Cover

This seed collection includes 12 open-pollinated varieties selected for cooperative growth: Beans: Cherokee Pole Snap Bean Cover Crops: Crimson Clover, Alfalfa Flowers & Pollinators: Florida Wildflower Mix, Blanket Flower, Calendula - Pacific Beauty Mixture, Nasturtium (Tall) – Mixed Colors, Sunflower – Autumn Beauty Mix, French Marigold - Petite Mix Grains: Amaranth - Red Army Herbs: Dill Roots & Alliums: Daikon Minowase Radish

Built for soil regeneration and ecosystem support, this guild combines nitrogen-fixing legumes with deep-rooted grains and dynamic flowering species. Each plant improves structure, fertility, and microbial life below the surface, while aboveground blooms attract pollinators and beneficial insects. This guild represents a natural theory of balance: rebuilding the soil as it feeds life above it, and preparing the land for future abundance.

Every seed in this collection is Heirloom, non-GMO, untreated, and open-pollinated—ideal for growers, educators, and seed savers. Many are rare or underrepresented in commercial gardening but offer exceptional value in resilience, ecological support, and visual appeal. You’ll receive a blend of pollinator flowers, herbs, grains, and support crops curated to restore biodiversity, nourish soil life, and save seed reliably.

Each plant in this set contributes to the system as a whole including: vertical, climbing, cover, bushy, flowering, root

Includes seeds that are culturally important to the Cherokee; selected to honor traditional foodways and regional heritage. Based on traditional companion planting systems that support biodiversity, soil health, and cooperative growth. Encourages pollinator activity through diverse flowering plants, aiding both biodiversity and yield. Ideal for fresh eating and home cooking, with a mix of herbs, greens, and vegetables.

These seeds perform well across most U.S. regions and especially thrive in warm, humid climates like Florida. Sun, healthy soil, and a diversity of quality seed varieties is key. Use mulch to retain moisture, reduce maintenance, and support soil life. Taller plants like corn or sunflowers provide structure and natural trellising. Beans climb, fix nitrogen, and benefit from structural support. Flowering herbs and blooms attract beneficial insects and pollinators. Cover crops like clover and alfalfa boost soil fertility and protect the ground. Grains support resilience and diversity in small-scale plots. Observe, gain understanding, and interact. Participation is more important than perfection—your garden will grow as a living system either way. See individual growing tips per variety.