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Bee Guide August
01 Aug, 2023
Bee-friendly Plants In Flower
As the last month of winter slips by, the days are already getting warmer and longer. This is a fantastic time for bees as new bee-friendly flowers are starting to emerge, bringing more food for the bees!
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Fruit Trees
Deciduous fruit trees will start to flower in late August and are usually completely covered with hungry bees. Feed both and bees and yourselves by planting a deciduous fruit tree now. Plums, peaches, nectarines, pears and apples will be available in-store this month. Don’t have a lot of room? Try planting a dwarf fruit tree instead!
Bee-friendly Plants Ready For Planting
Re-creating your garden and getting it ready for spring? Make sure to replant your garden out with bee-friendly plants as New Zealand bees are most affected by habitat loss.
Monthly Bee Tip
Dandelions, though considered a weed, are a fantastic food for a huge range of insects. Consider planting a small pot of dandelion, being careful to pinch off spent flowers before they have a chance to disperse seed. Plus, you can also use the dandelion leaves to use in seasonal or fancy salads!