Bee Friendly Gardens

Planting a pollinator garden helps honey bees immensely. Bees rely on the nectar and pollen from nearby flowers for survival; when flowers are scarce, bees can starve. By planting a pollinator garden, you're ensuring bees have a food source year-round — just be sure your garden is pesticide-free.

Unless you have particular bee allergies, there's no need to fear attracting pollinators to your property. The 'bees' that trouble most people — yellow jackets, wasps, and hornets — aren't actual bees; they're relatives. They're carnivores and won't be attracted to your plants. So, rest assured, your pollinator garden is a haven for bees.

Want to learn which plants are suitable for your planting zone or how to get organic seeds? Check out our Pollinator Garden resource page.

Go Pesticide Free

Pesticides are not just harmful to humans; they're even worse for bees. The chemicals and pest control treatments used on lawns and gardens weaken bees and are especially damaging if applied to flowers in full bloom. Research shows that neonicotinoid pesticides linger in the nectar and pollen of flowers, where bees are most likely to come into contact with them. These treatments weaken bee immune systems and make them more susceptible to disease and infestation by pests. We must stop using these harmful substances.

Read our Natural Pest Control guide for resources on bee-friendly means of pest control.