Bloom Kit: Native Pollinator Habitat Starter Pack

The Bloom Kit is a native pollinator habitat starter pack created by students at Metro Prep. Each kit contains wildflower seeds selected specifically for your region, plus everything you need to plant a patch that supports bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.

This kit is for everyone who wants to help pollinators, from beginner to experienced gardeners. It's an excellent project for families planting at home, for schools and classrooms, and for community groups. Whether you have an urban balcony or a backyard, the Bloom Kit is an easy way to get started.

The Bloom Kit supports a wide range of local pollinators, including native bees, monarchs and other butterflies, moths, and beetles. In some regions, the native wildflowers will also attract hummingbirds.

ou don't need a huge yard! The seeds in one kit are enough to create a dense, beautiful patch of about 10-15 square feet (roughly 3x4 feet). You can also plant them in a large balcony container or several smaller pots. Any patch, big or small, makes a difference!

The wildflower species are selected to be non-toxic to common pets like cats and dogs and, of course, to the pollinators you want to attract. However, we always recommend monitoring pets around any new plants in your garden.

Absolutely not. All our seeds are non-GMO, open-pollinated, and are never treated with neonicotinoids or other systemic pesticides that are harmful to pollinators.

Nature can be unpredictable! The most common reasons for poor germination are not enough sun, too much or too little water, or competition from weeds. Ensure your patch gets at least 6 hours of direct sun daily and keep the soil consistently moist (but not soggy) for the first 4-6 weeks. If you've followed the steps and still see no growth after the germination period noted in your guide, please contact us.

Yes! Each kit is tailored by region to include only native wildflower species – the plants that evolved alongside your local pollinators. These species are selected with expert partners to ensure ecological relevance and environmental benefit.

Pollinators are disappearing due to several interconnected factors, including habitat loss from urbanization, widespread pesticide use, climate change, and the spread of invasive plant species. This is a serious issue because many plants, including our food crops, rely on them to reproduce. Their decline threatens global biodiversity and food systems.

By planting native wildflowers, you restore essential habitat while providing food and shelter for pollinators. Each kit creates a "stepping-stone" that helps connect fragmented habitats, strengthening the local ecological corridor. When you plant a kit, you join a network of students and citizens working together to rebuild ecosystems.

Absolutely! Just enter the recipient’s address at checkout. The packaging is designed to be gift-ready and includes an optional message.

Yes – we offer discounted bulk kits for schools, libraries, and community groups. Email bloom@metroprep.com with your request.