Bees are vital pollinators, and their role in maintaining healthy ecosystems cannot be overstated. In Minnesota, both native and non-native bees contribute to the pollination of plants and the production of food. However, native bees struggle more than non-native bees due to their specific nesting, food and habitat requirements. Currently, five out of the 23…

We’re so excited to be teaming with the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum on a program called “Trending Horticulture: Advancing the Art and Science of Gardening,” which will be held July 18 at the arboretum. This event is geared toward slightly more experienced gardeners and gardening enthusiasts who want to go deeper into topics and ideas and…

Some problems seem so big and complicated that you almost give up on doing anything about them. Please, don’t give up on pollinators, whether it’s bees, Monarch butterflies or any of the hundreds of creatures that pollinate food and ornamental plants. Home gardeners can make a huge difference in how well these creatures survive and…