Tag: pollinator gardening

Room for Pollinators

by Lisa Strange
November 7, 2025

A pollinator hotel is a simple way to help native bees and wasps by giving them a safe place to nest and spend the winter. These beneficial insects are vital for pollinating crops and wild plants, yet their numbers are declining due to habitat ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS,
Tags: #TaylorCounty, Citizen Science, Florida, Florida Master Gardener Program, Gardening, Pollinator Gardening, Pollinators

Planting for Pollinators in the Shade

by Stephanie Means
September 9, 2025

One of the most popular topics for our presentations is how to create a garden that attracts pollinators. Typically, a sunny area is the best choice for establishing this type of garden, which can leave those with shady yards feeling overlooked. ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping
Tags: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Gardening, Native Plants, Pollinator Gardening, Pollinator Plants, Shade, Shade Gardens, Shade Plants For Pollinators

Flower Friday: 4 Native Plants Blooming Now

by Duval MGV
May 2, 2025

Native pollinators are a crucial part of our ecosystem. Our native flowers and plants support those native pollinators in many ways that nonnative plants often cannot. Keep your eyes peeled for these blooms opening in nature near you. Whether ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Flower Gardening, Flowers In Florida, Native Plants, Pollinator Gardening, Wildflowers

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