pollinator
noun
pol·li·na·tor
ˈpä-lə-ˌnā-tər 
: one that pollinates: such as
a
: an agent (such as an insect) that pollinates flowers
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These plants grow remarkably quickly and are a favorite of pollinators, attracting bees and butterflies to your garden.
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Helena Madden,
Martha Stewart,
3 July 2026
Using chemical-laden sprays and repellents isn't always a desirable way to deal with these insect pests, and the use of chemical pesticides can cause harm to wildlife and kill beneficial pollinators.
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The Spruce,
2 July 2026
Launched in 2017, with then just eight sites totaling about 10 acres, the state’s Department of Transportation pollinator program has expanded significantly over the years.
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Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
29 June 2026
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Helena Madden,
Martha Stewart,
3 July 2026
Using chemical-laden sprays and repellents isn't always a desirable way to deal with these insect pests, and the use of chemical pesticides can cause harm to wildlife and kill beneficial pollinators.
—
The Spruce,
2 July 2026
Launched in 2017, with then just eight sites totaling about 10 acres, the state’s Department of Transportation pollinator program has expanded significantly over the years.
—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
29 June 2026
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“Pollinator.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pollinator. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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pollinator
noun
pol·li·na·tor
ˈpäl-ə-ˌnāt-ər
: something (as an insect) that pollinates flowers
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