September 2022
There are a few events left where you can hear Jean Vernon talk about bees and pollinators.
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Agastache
Agastache is a great pollinator plant that is rich in nectar
Silver Washed Fritillary
The beautiful Silver Washed Fritillary Butterfly feeding on buddleia
Image: Jean Vernon
Tapered Dronefly
Hoverflies like the Tapered Dronefly (Eristalis pertinax) are important garden visitors
Bee Balm
Bee balm is a magnet for bees and other pollinators.
Bee Bingo
Bee Bingo is a fun, interactive way of learning about our garden bees.
Borage
Borage is a great pollinator plant. It’s so easy to grow from seed and has nectar rich flowers.
Lamb’s ears
If you grow lamb’s ears you might be lucky to see the Wool Carder bee in your garden. If you don’t grow lamb’s ears it’s time to plant some.
Image: Jean Vernon
Tortoiseshell Butterfly
The small tortoiseshell butterfly is fairly widespread in UK gardens
Image: Jean Vernon