Did you know that almost all of the world’s plants need to be pollinated? Birds, beetles, bees, butterflies, wasps, moths, and bats all perform this essential function and play a crucial role in the reproduction of three-quarters of all crop species. But many pollinators are in rapid decline. More than a decade ago, beekeepers in the United States and abroad […]
Now is the time to make your yard or garden wildlife-friendly. Whether you’re a gardening novice with a small balcony or a gardening pro with a few acres, you can provide for local wildlife by planting with purpose. Wildlife gardens not only help butterflies, bees, and birds, but they are also a source of solace for you and a healthy […]
Spring is a time of renewal and growth. It’s also a great time to start thinking about ways to help your local wildlife thrive. By incorporating certain plants into your garden or landscape, you can provide food and habitat for the creatures that are part of your local ecosystem. It’s the time of the year to choose spring plants that […]
Is your yard swarming with mosquitos? An excellent way to keep flying insects at bay without harmful chemicals is to recruit bats to eat them. Providing bats with the right habitat encourages them to take up residence nearby. Bats like to live in tight crevices in wooden structures, such as under the bark on a tree or even in window […]
There are more than 200,00 species of pollinators — everything from honeybees and butterflies to bats, lizards, and beetles. You can support these valuable workers by planting pollinator-friendly plants in your garden. Why should you support them? We need these flying, fluttering, and crawling creatures to help pollinate the food we eat. More than one-third of our food crops rely […]