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 for the new year. Bees will quickly be out foraging once the weather is consistently good, avoiding only downpours and freezing weather. Fortunately for bees in colder climates, they spent the entire year getting ready to stay in the hive for the long winter. The queen and bees are still busy inside, although egg-laying slows a bit when bees are in hibernation.

New and Seasoned Gardeners Prepare

The art of gardening is considered therapeutic by many who see it as their outlet. Successful gardening requires some understanding of what is native, what grows well, and what maintenance is necessary for different plant species. Some gardeners are so natural at their craft that they don’t even have to think anymore about what they plant. New gardeners may want to consider which plants and flowers bloom at different times, what type of soil and climate these plants will be in, and whether bees can make the most of their choices.

Planting a bee-friendly garden is not difficult, and even seasoned gardeners admit they change it up every once in a while, whether to attract more butterflies and bees or to beautify their outdoor space. Gardeners and bees coexist in a delicate, balanced relationship, each needing the other to succeed. Even small spaces or rooftop gardens can be a significant benefit to local bees while they forage!

Long Flowering Plant Choices

Native plants with long flowering windows are ideal for bees because they need flowers to extract pollen and spread it around. As a gardener, stick with what you love, but be open to trying a new, long-flowering species this coming spring. A wide array of colors is another bee favorite – blues, whites, violets, and yellow are some of the bee favorites. As soon as those blooms show up, you will find the bees enjoying your new garden.

Take Care Pest Control Methods

As the year of flowering and blooming begins, other bugs will also be more active. In some cases, people may want pest control in their gardens, and it is critical to use eco-friendly, safe methods that do not harm bees and other pollinators. Organic bug control services offer safe treatments that don’t pose harm to people, pets, or the bugs people want in their gardens. Some gardeners prefer home remedy pest controls because they know exactly what is in them and that the ingredients are not harmful to bees. Although bugs aren’t too much trouble in the winter months, they will be back in the spring. Everyone has heard of the nightmare scenarios where large beehives are found inside the walls or floors of a home. Although this sounds far-fetched, it is a reality because bees want a warm, protected place, and a home is the perfect spot. If bees become a problem in your home or somewhere else, please do not use pesticides without the experience of a professional bee removal company. Many companies claim to use safe methods to remove bees, but some spray them with poisonous pesticides, leaving homeowners with a giant mess and rotting honeycomb to deal with. If you ever suspect a beehive in your home, or are certain you need professional help, please contact D-Tek for humane and live bee removal as well as skilled repairs on the spot!