Many people associate insects with pests. This is rightfully so since many insects are pests. However, many insects are beneficial for your garden as well. These include butterflies, bees, and more. Beneficial insects not only help pollinate your plants, but some also help prevent or treat the insects you don’t want in your garden. We’ll help you figure all this out so you can identify all these insects and know what to do about them!
I love getting up close and personal with nature, and one of the best ways to do that is by inviting wildlife into your backyard. Butterfly feeders are a great choice when you’re looking to attract these pollinating insects, but what exactly is a butterfly feeder?
Butterfly feeders provide butterflies with a reliable source of food. They also attract more butterflies to your garden, which pollinates your plants. To help you, here are the four best butterfly feeders for your garden.
Many people run away in horror when confronted with a bee. We know these insects can sting, and I understand that nobody wants to be on the receiving end. But if we can understand why bees sting, we can better avoid being their target. So, why do bees sting?
If you’ve paid attention to conservation reports in the news or on social media, you may have heard people talking about the importance of bees. But this leaves many people confused; how can such a small, seemingly insignificant creature play such an important role? Just why are bees so important (and why should you care)?
It’s okay not to want bees in your garden. However, it’s essential to remove them the right way. To help, here are the seven best ways to naturally get rid of bees from your garden.
For the last couple of years, I’ve been trying to attract more pollinators to my garden, particularly bees. In fact, it’s great to do so. So, what are the best ways to attract bees to your garden?
I’m sure you’re familiar with the idea of a bee buzzing between flowers, collecting pollen and nectar. But do they eat them? Just what do bees eat anyway?
Most people are aware of the fact that bees sting; well, at least some species do. But I know many people think bees are adorable (I’m one of them), so the temptation to touch one is genuine, but can you touch bees?
Pollinators are vital. They ensure the successful reproduction of a massive amount of our crop species and thousands of wildflowers. If you want to make your garden thrive, then attracting pollinators is one of the best ways to do this. But just what are the best pollinators for your garden?
Butterflies, for many, are just another insect. However, butterflies are important for many reasons worth paying attention to. Here’s what those reasons are.
Pollinators are an essential part of many plants’ lives. But what are pollinators, and why are they so important?
Pollinators (anything that takes pollen from plant to plant) help most plants reproduce. But does this mean pollinators are all that important? And if they are, why are pollinators important?
Butterfly feeders are a great way to encourage butterflies to visit your garden, but perhaps you’d like to make one instead of buying one. Thankfully, making one is easy. So, here’s how to make a butterfly feeder!
Butterflies catch the eye and are top-notch pollinators, so it makes sense to want them in your garden. You’ll need to know the best ways to attract butterflies to do so. Here’s what they are.
Knowing what butterflies eat helps you to draw them into your garden, which makes it more beautiful as a result. So, what do butterflies eat (and how can you feed them)?