The Stanislaus Sprout
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Attracting Pollinators to your Garden

Urban landscapes are much needed resource for pollinators such as hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees. What should you plant to attract them? 

Honey bees are well-known plant pollinators, but they aren't the only bees in the landscape. California is home to over 1,600 species of native bee pollinators. Many of them may be found buzzing around in your backyard, looking for pollen and nectar.  

Learn how to recognize native bees and other pollinators, and take home a list of plants they prefer. Join the UCCE Stanislaus County Master Gardeners on Tuesday, March 17, 2020 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at Harvest Hall at the Stanislaus County Agricultural Center. Sign up at http://ucanr.edu/pollinators/2020 to reserve your space. Free flower seed packets for participants.