Bees need us and we need them. In your yard, plant a succession of spring, summer and fall flowering plants so bees have a continual source of nectar. In return, they help pollinate plants in our home ...

There are lots of things that can be planted. You can plant flowers, bushes, trees and other plants. You can plant your feet. You can plant an idea or a kiss. You can plant doubt or, worse, evidence.

Over 400 native bee species exist in New York, most of which are solitary ground-nesters. Native bees are vital pollinators, especially for certain fruits and vegetables, using a "buzz pollination" ...