Tag: ecofriendly gardening
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Spring Garden Clean-Up: Timing for Pollinators’ Emergence
As the days grow longer and the temperatures rise, it’s tempting to jump into garden clean-up mode on the first warm day of spring. However, it’s essential to be mindful of when you clean up your garden to ensure that pollinators, like bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects, have time to emerge and thrive. Pollinators…
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Exploring 3 Native Species of Bee Balm: Monarda Didyma, Monarda Fistulosa, and Monarda Bradburiana
Bee balm, scientifically known as Monarda, is a genus of beautiful flowering plants native to North America. These plants are well-loved for their vibrant blooms, aromatic foliage, and ability to attract pollinators like bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Within the Monarda genus, three native species stand out: Monarda didyma, Monarda fistulosa, and Monarda bradburiana. Each has…