The Buzzing Trio of Bees, Gardening, and the Environment

The perfect trio exists in nature. It is the meeting point and crossover among bees, gardening, and the environment, although the three players in this perfect trio depend on one another.

The Bees' Role in the Trio

Bees may be the unsung heroes of gardens, and they matter in maintaining a balanced ecosystem. Although not all bees are the same, they play a critical role in the environment and pollinate so we can have food on the table.

Bees are vital to pollination. Bees are transported to California almond groves annually to initiate pollination nationwide. They literally start the process that makes our food supplies so abundant. Bees can hang around after pollination, which is why California is one of the places where bees make permanent homes and must be professionally relocated. California is arguably the most bee-conscious state in the nation, with laws protecting some bee species. Killing can result in fines, so it is never a good idea to take care of a bee concern without consulting a professional!

Gardeners' Role in Gardening for Bees

Not everyone wants to be a beekeeper. However, a much broader audience loves gardening. Some claim it is therapeutic, while others say it is an excuse to be outdoors with a purpose. Horticultural Therapy has become a legitimate way for people to find peace and emotional regulation.

When gardeners plant with purpose, their garden helps the planet, the bees, and the trio. Bee-friendly plants and gardens support healthy biodiversity, and even small rooftop gardens can have a big impact! Gardens have a ripple effect, and local choices in plants and flowers have global consequences. Thank you, gardeners, for your care and time!

Dirt Harvests Diversity

Contrary to what some gardeners think, bees do not need flowers and can get what they need from plants, trees, and ground covers. There are excellent pollination sources that are low maintenance, and they create a perfect paradise for bees and other pollinators.

Harmony in the Environment

Climate change is undeniable, and bees are feeling the effects. Bees and all living things are feeling the stress of climate change, and instead of pointing fingers at whose fault it is, we can collectively do our part to reduce the stress on our buzzing superheroes. In addition to extreme temperatures, pesticide use, increasing pollution, and habitat loss are keeping bees in a stressed state, which is why caring and skilled gardeners have an incredible opportunity to play a vital role in helping bees. What gardeners choose to plant can create healthy soil and clean water, so be mindful when making your seed and plant choices for summer and beyond!

BEE a Backyard Advocate

Gardeners and bees are a bigger part of the environment; this trio is precious and should be protected. Everyone can be a backyard advocate. One simple way to do one’s part is to leave some areas of the lawn to grow a bit more. Speaking with a local beekeeper can open people’s eyes to the importance of working together and create a greater awareness of the connection between bees, gardens, and the environment.