Want to help us survey what flowers the bees like and when they bloom on the Wasatch Front? We are collecting information through this Google Form.
Gardening for Pollinators
Here are some resources for creating a pollinator-friendly habitat.
- http://thehoneybeeconservancy.org/plant-a-bee-garden/
- https://www.ars.usda.gov/ARSUserFiles/20800500/Gardening.pdf
- https://xerces.org/pollinator-conservation/pollinator-friendly-plant-lists
- https://secure.in.gov/dnr/entomolo/files/ep-Gardening_for_Honey_Bees.pdf
Pollen Charts
Have honey bees and want to know what kinds of flowers they might be visiting? These pollen charts may provide a clue.
- North Bends Pollen Chart (PDF Version)
- North Bends Pollen _ Nectar Chart 2016 (Excel Version) – This allows you to add your own notes, or you could customize it show the flowers you have in your own Bee Yard or local area.
Enjoy! Happy Plant Prepping and Spring will Bee here Beefore we know it!!
