Tag: pollinators
How to create a bee lawn
If a bee garden isn’t for you, a bee lawn might be a better fit. They promote biodiversity, require less maintenance and can be more cost efficient.
Kenyon becomes Bee Campus
Kenyon College became the 67th educational institution in the nation and the second in Ohio to be certified as an affiliate of the Bee Campus USA program.
How to help wild bees this summer
If beekeeping isn't your thing, but you'd still like to help bee populations, learn how to enhance your yard or farm to attract wild bees.
How to help Monarch butterflies survive migration
Help migrating Monarch butterflies by adding nectar-producing plants to your landscape, providing a steady supply of nectar all summer and into fall.
Don’t mow, help the Monarch butterflies
There are areas that we should just let nature be what it is, and allow the “weeds” to help our pollinators, birds and wildlife thrive.
How to plant a Pennsylvania wildflower garden
If planted properly, wildflower gardens can positively impact a local ecosystem. Learn how to select and plant native Pennsylvania wildflowers.
Cornell University partners in pollinator-friendly solar farm
Cypress Creek Renewables will launch a study with Cornell to determine the benefits of pollinator-friendly habitats on community solar farms in New York.
Coming to a porch near you: Giant silk moths
It's the season to enjoy large, winged creatures on the back porch. Silk moths are large, beautiful, and relatively uncommon.
Help protect the bees with basic guidance on pesticides
With bloom season approaching for fruit crops, it's important to remind growers of the main tactics for reducing the risk of pesticides to bees.
How to garden for pollinators
Planting pollinator-friendly gardens will help improve their numbers. Learn what different pollinators prefer and use these tips to enhance your garden.
