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From first hive to master beekeeper, from butterfly garden to wild meadow — we cover it all.
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What to grow and when to grow it
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Pollinators are in crisis. You can help.
Wild bee populations have declined by over 30% in the last decade. Monarch butterfly numbers have dropped by more than 80%. But hobbyist beekeepers and pollinator gardeners make a measurable difference — a single well-managed backyard can support thousands of pollinator visits per day during peak bloom.
Learn how to help →Backyard Habitats
Even a small garden with native plants can support dozens of pollinator species.
Treatment-Free Methods
Organic and integrated approaches that protect bees from varroa without harsh chemicals.
Advocacy & Conservation
Policy, habitat restoration, and how to connect with local conservation efforts.
From the hive to your table
Know what to do, when to do it
A month-by-month guide to hive management, garden tasks, and pollinator care through every season.
Spring Tasks
What to do in your hive and garden right now
Inspect hives for winter survival
Check for queen presence, food stores, and signs of disease after winter.
Add supers as nectar flow begins
Watch for hive population build-up and add honey supers before they run out of space.
Swarm prevention checks
Look for queen cells and split hives if needed to prevent swarming.
Plant early-bloom pollinator flowers
Crocuses, dandelions, and flowering fruit trees are crucial first-of-year food sources.
Set out mason bee nest boxes
Place nest tubes and cocoons outside when daytime temps reach 55°F consistently.
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