The Dirt
Gaillardia aristata, Blanket Flower
Wildflower Seeds by Sandy Swegel Gaillardia is my favorite flower this week! Gaillardia aristata or blanket flower is already a favorite of xeric gardeners. It doesn’t require much water. It comes in beautiful orange and red and yellow colors. It blooms a long time. It is one tough little plant. I had one re-seed in […]
Natural Weed and Pest Control
Alternatives to Poisons by Jessica of TheBeesWaggle.com I have had many inquiries on this topic, and I would like to post some solutions for you to use as an alternative to poisons. Weeds do have value to pollinators, as most produce blooms that carry highly nutritious contents for pollinators. However, they can be overwhelming in […]
The Flowers and the Bees – Why Bees Matter
The Flowers and the Bees Why Bees Matter contributed by Sarah Woodard (of PerfectBee) About the Author: Sarah Woodard has three years experience as a beekeeper, loves constantly learning from her bees and helping others discover beekeeping. See some of her other writing at https://www.clippings.me/sarahwoodard ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ As flower lovers, you already know that bees are attracted to […]