• Blooms for Bees: No Mow May & Community Gardens

  • May 7 2024
  • Length: 48 mins
  • Podcast

Blooms for Bees: No Mow May & Community Gardens

  • Summary

  • Spring has officially sprung here in Wisconsin which means our natural environment is buzzing with excitement as our local pollinators emerge from hibernation, our lawns become green again, and flowers begin to bloom. Amidst the seasonal splendor, there’s important work to be done – work that involves our beloved pollinators and the vital ecosystems they support. Ever heard of No Mow May? Or wondered about the magic of community pollinator gardens? Well, you’re in for a treat! Today we’re discussing these eco-friendly practices and exploring how they’re sowing the seeds of change in our local landscape.

    (05:50) Community pollinator gardens in Sun Prairie

    (09:20) Value of community gardens

    (11:14) Many hands contribute

    (13:55) Step-by-step process for establishing a community garden

    (17:17) Lesson learned in engaging stakeholders

    (25:19) Selecting a prime location

    (26:45) Identifying a water source

    (31:51) seeds, seedlings, mature plants - oh my!

    (33:41) When should I order plants?

    (34:46) Dog urination & splitting plants

    (37:40) Alternative lawns!

    (41:08) What's the deal with No Mow May??

    (43:44) No Mow May IS effective

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