How residents can help pollinators: local planting and habitat tips from a naturalist
October 04, 2026 | Lower Makefield, Bucks County, Pennsylvania
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Wheelbacher gave practical guidance for residents who want to support pollinators: plant native wildflowers and shrubs (he recommended butterfly weed/Asclepias for monarchs, bee balm/monarda and mountain mint for diverse insect visits) and stagger plantings so nectar sources cover spring through fall.
He also suggested leaving piles or chopped leaves in garden corners for insect overwintering rather than raking every leaf away, and noted that while 'bee hotels' can provide habitat for cavity-nesting bees they require periodic cleaning to avoid pests and disease. He pointed attendees to local resources (Bowman's Hill, Xerces guidance) for species lists and planting calendars.
He also suggested leaving piles or chopped leaves in garden corners for insect overwintering rather than raking every leaf away, and noted that while 'bee hotels' can provide habitat for cavity-nesting bees they require periodic cleaning to avoid pests and disease. He pointed attendees to local resources (Bowman's Hill, Xerces guidance) for species lists and planting calendars.
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