Friday, March 28, 2025

First Bee of 2024!

 

Had to come to Vancouver to have my first bee sighting of the year--a long-faced Bombus flavifrons in the heather. It shows that even one small pot can help queens get busy finding and furnishing their nest. You can see the pollen grains deposited on the hairs on her face as she sticks her face and tongue into the blossoms to access the sweet spring nectar.


 

Saturday, March 15, 2025

Super Seedy Saturday in Cawston

 

 

I LOVE Seedy Saturdays!!! This one was really special.


 So pleased I could give out so many handouts from the Native Bee Society of BC on gardening for bees in the Southern Interior.


 I had merch for sale, including hand-made heart ornaments, haskap shortbread cookies, super-food chocolates and photo cards.


 So many wonderful vendors on site!



 




Monday, March 10, 2025

Similkameen Seedy Saturday

 

 

 

Looking forward to presenting at Similkameen Seedy Saturday on March 15th! I'll be giving a sneak preview of what's in the revised edition of Victory Gardens for Bees. Hope to see you there!