Bees and the Environment
California Honeybees Getting Tough on Mites
California Honeybees Getting Tough on Mites Earlier this year, the University of California, Riverside concluded research that showed local California bee species are adapting to fight off against deadly mite threats. Specifically in Southern California, threats to bees from the deadly Varroa mites are showing a steady decline. California beekeepers have lost huge numbers of…
Read MoreIf You Plant It, The Bees Will Come
If You Plant It, The Bees Will Come This is the time of year when even those without a gift for gardening start to think about what they can grow to make their landscapes beautiful. Whether planting herbs, vegetables, or a variety of flora, everyone wants to look out their window and see something natural…
Read MoreThe Impactful, But Short Lives of Bees
The Impactful, But Short Lives of Bees The life of a bee greatly depends on the species, and more specifically, the role of the individual bee. Of the 20,000-plus bee species now recognized, lifespans vary, and it would be nearly impossible to address all the different species. Learning about some of the most common species…
Read MoreDispelling Bee Myths
Dispelling Bee Myths Understanding bees and their significant role in our ecosystem, as well as their enormous contributions to food production, has helped dispel many myths about them. As with any myth, it is often laced with truth, making it easy to believe. It is advantageous to continue the conversation about all bees, not just…
Read MorePlanning Your Spring Bee Garden
Planning Your Spring Bee Garden As the cold weather fades into cool spring mornings and sunny afternoons, it will be time once again to begin the gardening cleanup everywhere. As dead leaves have fallen and blooms withered, the ground will inevitably be littered with rotting materials that should be cleared to create a clean canvas…
Read MoreBees In California Forests
Bees In California Forests We frequently talk about bees in both cities and rural areas. However, in Southern California, we have the luxury of being at the beach in the morning and on the slopes at night. Southern California has heavily forested regions with bees that behave differently from those in less-dense areas. If you…
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