Welcoming wildlife into your garden is a joy to see and can benefit the ecosystem as each creature has an important role to play. Pollinators are attracted to nectar-rich sources and aid the growth of new plants by transporting pollen between plants and fertilizing them.
Each year on 20th May World Bee Day is celebrated to recognize the role of bees. If you have created a garden for pollinators, there's no doubt you have included flowers that attract bees and watched as these charming insects enjoy your outdoor space. 'There are over 3,500 species of native bees throughout the US that vary in size and color from small, metallic green sweat bees to fuzzy, black bumble bees. By planting a diverse array of plant species that are native to your area, you will provide nectar and pollen for a number of bee species,' says Beth Choate, entomologist and Deputy Director for Washington College's Center for Environment and Society.
