Without pollinators, we don't eat - it is as simple as that - and, at the moment,

large numbers of pollinators are dying.  More than 90 species of the crops we rely

on require pollination.  Bees, butterflies, moths, bats, and birds are a critical part of

the pollinator-plant ecosystem.  Pollinator populations have suffered serious losses

due to invasive pests and diseases, exposure to pesticides and other chemicals, loss of habitat, loss of species and genetic diversity, and changing climate.  

_{(Pictured - a tiny native bee that pollinates your fruit trees in the spring.)}

Eastern Bluebirds typically have more than one successful brood per year. Young produced in early nests usually leave their parents in summer, but young from later nests frequently stay with their parents over the winter.

How do I start a Garden?

Starting a garden from scratch as a beginner can seem daunting.  One of the best ways to ease into gardening is to break your project down into manageable steps. 

Such as:

1. What kind of garden do you want?  Sun, shade, veggie?  That will determine how

    much sun you need.  Draw up some different garden design layouts.

2.  Choose a suitable location for sun, shade, or veggie.

3.  Prepare the soil depending on the type of garden you desire.

4.  Select and plant the appropriate and native plants for your area or type of garden.

5.  Water as needed.  Avoid over ferterlizing, compost works more naturally.

6.  Avoid using pesticides.  Allow the natural predators to help you.

7.  Join a garden group to help -  Garden Clubs, Master Gardeners or Naturalists.