Happy pollinators, happy plants.

How do bees choose which flowers to visit? Some bees will visit almost any bloom, while others are more discerning. How, and whether, bees choose to specialize in one kind of flower or pollen is a ...

Which Flowers Truly Attract Bees and Hoverflies? An international research team has now found the answer—with surprising recommendations for gardeners, municipalities, and insect enthusiasts. And it’s ...

Q: What can I do in my garden to help out the bees? I know I should plant more flowers, but what type? Is there anything else I can do? European honeybees are the most familiar pollinators, but native ...

This well-illustrated guide captures the beauty, diversity, and engaging world of bees and the native plants that support them. Superbly designed and organized, this is an indispensable source of ...

To protect wild bees for the future, scientists identified which plants we can grow to give them a complete, healthy diet As critical pollinators, bees keep our agricultural systems going — but ...

If you've ever looked out at your garden and wondered where all the bees went, you're not imagining it. Native bee populations have declined sharply over the past two decades, driven by habitat loss, ...

Gardeners can prepare for spring 2025 by building a bee-friendly garden. The vital pollinators are in need of conservation as their populations decline. If you have a green thumb, it may be the ...

The colorful, adaptable wildflower bee balm plants make a great addition to flower beds, cottage gardens, tall borders, and herb gardens. But what should you plant with it? The list below includes ...