What's Happening to All the Pollinators?
I have a big garden filled with native plants that bloom all year round, including tall prairie perennials and various ground covers. Normally, it's bustling with bees and…
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What Can I Plant to Keep Bees, Hornets, and Flies Away from My Home?
I'm looking for advice on how to keep bees, hornets, and flies away from my home, especially around my windows and doors. Are there specific plants I could…
Are the Bees in My Clay Soil Harmless?
Last year, my husband dug a trench around our garage because of some damp issues. Unfortunately, he injured his wrist, and the heaped clay soil remained there for…
Do Insect Houses Really Work?
Hey everyone! I recently came across insect houses at my local garden center. They're similar to birdhouses but are designed with various tubes and compartments for insects to…
How Can I Keep Wasps Away While Gardening?
Hey everyone, I'm really passionate about gardening, but I'm dealing with a serious wasp issue in my yard. I've noticed that I don't see any bees, and I…
How to Coexist with Bees in My Garden Without Getting Stung?
I planted a small flower garden last fall, and while it thrived for a bit, I now have a lot of bees buzzing around, and it's making me…
Using Imidacloprid on Pepper Plants: What's the Bee Situation?
Hey everyone! I'm growing peppers for hot sauce, and after dealing with a pest disaster last time, I applied Bio Advanced Fruit Citrus and Vegetable (which contains imidacloprid)…