Blog posts
June 08, 2026
Leave 'em BEE : The Busy Bees in Every Garden
We love our bees, even the ones that sting! They are remarkable creatures that play an essential role in our ecosystems, particularly in pollination. But not all bees are created...
Milkweed and Monarchs: Why So Monogamous?
When we think of iconic relationships in nature, the bond between milkweed and monarch butterflies may be the strongest of the sort. This unique, intimate, and exclusive relationship has fascinated...
Self-Pollinating Flowers Perfect For Your Low-Maintenance Garden
Guest Blog Written By Chris Tweten Low Maintenance, Self-Pollinating Flowers For Your Garden Maintaining a beautiful garden can be a rewarding experience. However, it does require time and dedication, especially if...
Live a Little, Grow Wild! Why Wildflowers and Native Plants Make A World of Difference
More Flora Means More Fauna and a Bit Less Lawn(a) As gardeners, we’re no strangers to the plea for pollinator friendly plantings. Thousands of crops we depend on for food...
Sunflowers: To Bee or Not To Bee Pollen Free
A Case For Growing Both!  Pollen- free sounds amazing doesn’t it? No sneezing, no watery eyes, no persistent yellow dust on..well, everything it can reach. But! We know as...
The Ultimate Companion Planting Guide Part 2: Pollinators
As a home gardener, you already know that gardening positively promotes what you eat, how you spend your time and the way you interact with the landscape. But do you...
Pollinator-Loving Perennials for Every Garden
Guest Blog Post Hi everyone! This is Allison over @FinchAndFolly. I’ve been dreaming of my garden so much over these past few months that I can’t believe that it’s actually...