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A study indicates that projected droughts by the end of this century could reduce the caloric value of flower nectar by up to ...
June is National Pollinator Month, and it’s a great time to explore ways we can support pollinators in the garden.
Last week was National Pollinator Week, which celebrates the importance of insects, birds and other animals that pollinate ...
Transform your garden into a colourful butterfly haven with this one expert gardening tip that will see these gentle ...
The simple hack is this: deadheading your flowers. The logic is simple – deadheading your blooms prolongs the flowering of ...
Research shows that what matters to bumble and honey bees is the shape of the flower, the quantity and quality of the nectar and, to some extent ...
Droughts could strip nectar of up to 95% of its calories, leaving bees with less to eat—and putting crops and food production at risk.
You can also make your feeders more attractive by turning them into a fruit plate for visiting butterflies. Add pieces of ...
Often, these are native flowers that appeal to the local pollinator population, and they typically share a few common characteristics. They're colorful, sweetly scented, and provide abundant nectar ...
The striking insects are more likely to visit your garden if you've got plenty of bright and beautiful flowers for them to ...
I have a couple of weigelas in my landscape, but my all-time favorite is my variegated one. This shrub has anchored the corner of my house for many years, blooming profusely every year. Their light ...