Dr. Robert Gegear's Research
An assistant professor of biology at University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth, Dr. Gegear's research includes the conservation of native pollination systems, floral evolution, and bumblebee ecology.
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Dr. Robert Gegear - Beecology website
Things to Consider, a list from Dr. Gegear
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If you are planting above 1000 ft. select plants for all three bumblebee species.
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If you are planting below 1000 ft. select plants for B. fervidus and B. vagans.
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Select nectar and pollen plants so that you have blooms in every season: Early (March-May), Mid (June-July) and Late (Aug-Sept).
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Spring floral resources are extremely important for all at risk pollinator types so give them a high priority.
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Be aware that in most cases, the species of a plant is far more beneficial to pollinators than named cultivars.
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Select plants that target as many species from the three pollinator groups as possible - a good habitat will support species at risk over the entire season.
Printable PDF link of reccomended plants
