This is a two-part blog discussing pollinator gardens. Part 1 covers why you should have a pollinator garden.
If you love flowers, then it is important to create a sustainable place for pollinating ‘friends’. Think back to your grade school days when you learned about pollinating. If it’s been a while, it might seem a little fuzzy. Don’t worry I’ll share some of the important pollinator information you’ll need when considering a pollinator garden.
Pollinator Facts
Here are some interesting and important facts on pollinators. Did you know??
· Over 75% of all flowering plants, including those that grow fruits and vegetables, are dependent on animal pollinators.
· While there are many factors to pollination, pollinators are one of the biggest components to pollinating flowers.
· Honeybees are not the only pollinators. Other pollinators include, but are not limited too:
o Butterflies
o Hummingbirds
o Moths
o Beetles
o Bats
o Wasps
o Flies
· Pollinators are on the decline due to many environmental factors, such as habitat loss and pesticides.
· Over 85% of all food-related crops need pollinators for their survival.
Benefits of Pollinator Gardens
It is important to have flowers and plants that you love. However, you can choose beautiful plants that also help increase the pollinator population.
There are so many benefits to selecting a pollinator garden. A few are:
· Pollination among your plants
· Helping the environment
· Saving pollinators
· Creates a natural and healthy space in your backyard
If you are not a fan of buzzing around you while relaxing your morning coffee or evening glass of wine, then you can still have a pollinator garden and enjoy your backyard at the same time. Two great ways to get around that are:
1. Screened-in Porch
2. Placement of the Pollinator Garden
Dreaming up Your Very Own Backyard Oasis?
Ready to start creating your own pollinator garden or reimagine your backyard to include one? Call Hawkins Landscape Architecture today at 336-848-7164 to get started! At Hawkins Landscape Architecture, I always work closely with every client to create their dream backyard. Additionally, my 3D landscape design allows clients to actually see what the new space will look like on their property before construction begins.
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Don’t miss next week’s part two blog on plants to include in your pollinator garden!