by Mr. Sundial | Dec 30, 2014 | Featured |
Interesting facts about bees
by Mr. Sundial | Dec 27, 2014 | Featured |
Plant flowers Provide Food for bees One of the best ways to initially attract wildlife to your garden is to provide food. In the case of bees it’s with flowers that provide nectar and pollen. Hummingbirds are attracted to gardens that have nectar rich flowers like CA fuschia, salvias, and columbines. Feeders are also a good way to supplement their nectar needs, especially in months when there might not be much flowering. Provide Space for the Bees to build a home Make or purchase a home for the bees. Providing cover and places of shelter To raise the young bees . Most native bees are solitary nest makers and build their nests in the ground or in pre-existing cavities. This can be provided through nesting blocks or by leaving bare patches of soil or sand in your garden. Provide Water Water is also a key resource for wildlife and there are many ways to provide this. Birdbaths are easy to make and can provide many species with a place to clean off. Not only will birds bathe in these baths, but they (and other animals) will also drink from them. Place them near windows so you can watch them as they fluff up and take a dip. Creating a pond can also be a great way to provide water to the wildlife in your garden. Be sure to monitor ponds as they provide habitat for mosquito populations. Puddles can also attract butterflies, honey bees, and bumble bees that will sip water and extract minerals and salts from the soil. Follow WeSaveBees.org’s board Flowers on...
by Mr. Sundial | Dec 25, 2014 | Featured |
Here are five reasons why you should love bees and support bees: You like FOOD! Bees pollinate one third of all the food we eat. They also pollinate grasses that cows and other animals eat. Bees and wild pollinators and are responsible for pollinating 84% of EU crops and 100 of the most important food crops depend on pollination. Bees also are responsible for coffee and chocolate. You like to avoid illness. Bee propolis, a resin bees collect from tree and plant buds, has been the subject of over 1500 studies and has been used since Egyptian times for human health. Propolis, nature’s wellness superfood, has been shown to boost immunity and to have natural antibiotic, antiviral and anti inflammatory properties. You like feeling energized, naturally. Both bee pollen and royal jelly are highly nutritious natural substances, which have been shown to reduce fatigue and improve health and energy levels. Bees can make your skin more lovely. Natural skincare companies include bee products in their formulas. Propolis is very enriching and helps heal the skin. Recent studies show that propolis may help prevent melanomas which is why it is starting to be included in sunscreens. It has also been shown to be helpful for eczema and acne. Propolis may also be taken as a nutritional supplement. Bees can help you look younger. Bee venom has become popular as a ‘natural...
