5 Beneficial Insects for Farms and Gardens
By Raven Larcom In the world of agriculture, the spotlight often shines on pollinators and the wonderful yields of their labor: blooms, fruits, and vegetables. Yet, hidden among the leaves […]
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They Go With Everything: Even A Small Patch Of Native Wildflowers Makes A Difference
By Jennifer Hopwood As plants begin to push through the soil in earnest, and trees and shrubs begin to bloom and leaf out, I am always inspired to think about
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Clear Space For Bees: Why Pollinators In Your Yard Need Access To Bare Ground
By Sebastian Echeverri When creating a garden or yard that supports pollinators, one instinct might be to fill every patch of ground with as many plants as possible. But doing
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If You’re Thirsty, They’re Thirsty: Make A Simple Water Source To Support Pollinators
By Deborah Seiler Water sources are crucial for every habitat Everyone needs water! This includes our favorite animals. Honey bees (Apis mellifera) and bumble bees (Bombus spp.) are familiar visitors to
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For Pollinators’ Sakes, Don’t Spring Into Garden Cleanup Too Soon!
Originally posted on the Xerces Society’s blog on March 16, 2023 By Justin Wheeler Spring is here. A time when warmer weather naturally turns a winter-weary homeowner’s thoughts towards tackling outdoor
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Bee City USA Visits Georgia, Part II: Norcross
As coordinator of Bee City USA and Bee Campus USA, I had the privilege of visiting some of our affiliate cities and campuses in northern Georgia in October. I am
Partnering With Communities To Protect Pollinators
By Matthew Shepherd A version of this article originally appeared in the Spring 2022 edition of Wings magazine. These days it seems that everyone is talking about bees, but it hasn’t
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Creative Fundraising in Norcross, Georgia
As part of Bee City USA’s visit to northern Georgia last month, we had the pleasure of meeting members of the Norcross Bee City Committee and touring some of their
Bee City USA visits Georgia, Part I: University of Georgia
As coordinator of Bee City USA and Bee Campus USA, I had the privilege of visiting some of our affiliate cities and campuses in northern Georgia last month. I will
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Leave The Leaves! These Invertebrates Depend On It.
When the temperature starts to drop and flowers close up shop for the winter, it’s normal to wonder where all the little creatures have gone. For most invertebrates, the answer
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