New first-of-its-kind garden at Minnesota Zoo aims to help pollinators thrive

In the Garden: Important to plant for pollinators

The National Wildlife Federation has designated June as Pollinator Month. It is one of the busiest months for pollinators, with many plants setting blooms in late spring to early summer. Much of our food depends on the work of pollinators,…

Plants can hear their pollinators and bribe them with sugar — new research

Plants aren't just sitting there looking pretty — they're eavesdropping on insects and strategically sweetening their nectar for the right visitors. New research by Francesca Barbero from the University of Turin reveals plants can distinguish between the buzzing of helpful pollinators and nectar-stealing "robbers," adjusting their sugar production accordingly. — Read the rest The post Plants can hear their pollinators and bribe them with sugar —…

New first-of-its-kind garden at Minnesota Zoo aims to help pollinators thrive

By Derek James Click here for updates on this story     APPLE VALLEY, Minnesota (WCCO) — Minnesota is home to thousands of pollinators, but they face challenges like habitat loss, pesticides and climate change. Now, a new first-of-its-kind pollinator garden aims to help pollinators thrive. Outside the Hanifl Nature Center at the Minnesota Zoo, there’s an array of plants with a purpose. “A bumblebee really, really likes that liatris, but the mona…

Nets in Hand: A Day to Discover the Pollinators of Cliffdale Farm

Participating families explore the meadows of Cliffdale Farm in search of pollinating insects, guided by environmental educators. (Teatown Lake Reservation) On Sunday, June 15, Cliffdale Farm — located in Croton-On-Hudson, about 10 miles from downtown Peekskill — will become an exploration ground for nature enthusiasts. For one hour, attendees will take pencil, paper, magnifying glass, and binoculars to participate in “Powerful Pollinators,” a f…

Flower richness is key to pollinator abundance: The role of garden features in cities

Urban areas can be both detrimental for pollinators or function as suitable habitats, depending on the land-use type, the urban context and the pollin…

MS - Kailyn Palomares / Judy Cardin

June 12, 2025 For Kailyn Palomares's June visit to the Morning Show,  we speak with Judy Cardin, an educator with the Wisconsin DNR and an expert on bees.   We talk about the importance of the bumble bee as a pollinator and what we can do both individually and collectively to aid in their survival.  Your browser does not support the audio element. Morning Show - 06/12/25 https://www.facebook.com/wgtdfm/