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What is a significant consequence of a decline in honey bee populations beyond the loss of honey production?
What is a significant consequence of a decline in honey bee populations beyond the loss of honey production?
- A shift towards cultivating only non-native plant species.
- Greater biodiversity in urban environments.
- Increased reliance on synthetic sweeteners in the modern diet.
- A reduction in the availability of various fruits and other foods. (correct)
Which of the following strategies is most effective for maximizing the attraction and support of bees in a garden?
Which of the following strategies is most effective for maximizing the attraction and support of bees in a garden?
- Using pesticides to protect the plants from harmful insects.
- Planting a large quantity of a single type of flowering plant.
- Creating a water source, such as a pond or fountain. (correct)
- Focusing on plants that are not native to the region to introduce new food sources.
How can gardeners support native bee populations that do not live in hives?
How can gardeners support native bee populations that do not live in hives?
- By regularly turning the soil to aerate it.
- By providing readily available hive structures.
- By leaving areas of un-mulched or sandy soil. (correct)
- By planting plants that are exclusively native to other continents.
Why is avoiding the use of pesticides and herbicides important for creating a bee-friendly garden?
Why is avoiding the use of pesticides and herbicides important for creating a bee-friendly garden?
Which of the following planting strategies would best support honey bees throughout the seasons?
Which of the following planting strategies would best support honey bees throughout the seasons?
Considering Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD), what is the estimated percentage of some bee populations that have died since 2006?
Considering Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD), what is the estimated percentage of some bee populations that have died since 2006?
In addition to nectar, what is another essential resource that bees need, which can be provided in a garden environment?
In addition to nectar, what is another essential resource that bees need, which can be provided in a garden environment?
How does the diversity of plants in a garden impact the local bee population?
How does the diversity of plants in a garden impact the local bee population?
If a gardener wants to attract bees by planting perennials, which of the following should they plant?
If a gardener wants to attract bees by planting perennials, which of the following should they plant?
In order to create a bee-friendly garden, which of the following should a gardener avoid?
In order to create a bee-friendly garden, which of the following should a gardener avoid?
According to the text provided, what proportion of farm-grown crops relies on honey bees for pollination?
According to the text provided, what proportion of farm-grown crops relies on honey bees for pollination?
A gardener wants to plant herbs to specifically attract bees. Which of the following options includes herbs that are mentioned as bee attractors?
A gardener wants to plant herbs to specifically attract bees. Which of the following options includes herbs that are mentioned as bee attractors?
Which of the following practices provides natural protection against pests, as suggested in the text?
Which of the following practices provides natural protection against pests, as suggested in the text?
Which of the following includes plants that bloom at different times throughout the spring and fall, providing a continuous food source for bees?
Which of the following includes plants that bloom at different times throughout the spring and fall, providing a continuous food source for bees?
A gardener observes native bees nesting in individual units underground. What should they avoid doing to protect these bees?
A gardener observes native bees nesting in individual units underground. What should they avoid doing to protect these bees?
Which of the following issues has negatively impacted the honey bee population?
Which of the following issues has negatively impacted the honey bee population?
To support honey bee populations, a gardener decides to create a bee-friendly garden. Which of the following actions provides the LEAST benefit to the bees?
To support honey bee populations, a gardener decides to create a bee-friendly garden. Which of the following actions provides the LEAST benefit to the bees?
If a gardener aims to establish a garden that supports bees by including shrubs, which of the following is a suitable option?
If a gardener aims to establish a garden that supports bees by including shrubs, which of the following is a suitable option?
How does planting native vegetation support bees?
How does planting native vegetation support bees?
Which of the following best describes the impact of honey bees on the broader ecosystem, as suggested by the text?
Which of the following best describes the impact of honey bees on the broader ecosystem, as suggested by the text?
Flashcards
Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD)
Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD)
The disorder that has caused a significant decline in honey bee populations since 2006.
Honey Bee Friendly Plants
Honey Bee Friendly Plants
Plants that attract and nourish honey bees by providing nectar.
Long Blooming Flowers
Long Blooming Flowers
Plants with staggered flowering times offer a continuous food source for bees.
Honey Bees Need Water
Honey Bees Need Water
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Native Bee Nesting
Native Bee Nesting
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No Pesticides or Herbicides
No Pesticides or Herbicides
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Annuals
Annuals
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Perennials
Perennials
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Study Notes
- Honey bee populations began dying out in the winter of 2006.
- As much as 70% of some bee populations have died as a result of Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD).
- Seventy farm-grown crops, about one-third of the natural food supply, rely on honey bee pollination.
- The decline in honey bees threatens staples of the modern diet, with their disappearance impacting the availability of fruits and other foods.
- It is possible to help restore the honey bee population.
- Creating a bee-friendly garden is not difficult and can be done in a yard, garden, or even patio space.
- The greater the plant diversity, the more bees you will attract and support.
- Native plants are preferable, consulting with nursery staff or experts can help choose vegetation that thrives in specific conditions.
Honey Bee Friendly Plants
- Attract and nourish honey bees with nectar-producing plants.
- Wildflowers like asters, goldenrod, sunflowers, and dandelions provide food for hives and native bees.
- Plant flowering vegetables and fruits.
Plant Long Blooming Flowers
- Plant a variety of plants that bloom at different times throughout the spring and fall.
- Honey bees need to eat until they retreat to their hives for the winter.
- Group at least ten bee plants together.
Honey Bees Need Water
- Provide a pond, a fountain, or some other source of fresh water.
- Bees need water as well as nectar.
Native Bee Homes
- Native bees do not live in hives, but in single units underground.
- Provide a space in your garden for native bees to make their home.
- Leave a space un-mulched.
- Undisturbed sand will work well.
Pesticides and Herbicides
- Avoid pesticides and herbicides.
- Some are toxic to bees, and many leave a toxic residue for days or weeks.
- Introduce good bugs for natural pest protection and weed by hand.
List of Bee Attractors
- Annuals: Asters, Calliopsis, Clover, Dandelions, Marigolds, Poppies, Sunflowers, Zinnias
- Perennials: Buttercups, Clematis, Cosmos, Crocuses, Dahlias, Echinacea, English Ivy, Foxglove, Geraniums, Germander, Globe Thistle, Hollyhocks, Hyacinth, Rock Cress, Roses, Sedum, Snowdrops, Squills, Tansy, Yellow Hyssop
- Garden Plants: Blackberries, Cantaloupe, Cucumbers, Gourds, Peppers, Pumpkins, Raspberries, Squash, Strawberries, Watermelons, Wild Garlic
- Herbs: Bee Balm, Borage, Catnip, Coriander/Cilantro, Fennel, Lavender, Mints, Rosemary, Sage, Thyme
- Shrubs: Blueberry, Butterfly Bush, Button Bush, Honeysuckle, Indigo, Privet
- Trees: Alder, American Holly, Basswood, Black Gum, Black Locust, Buckeyes, Catalpa, Eastern Redbud, Fruit Trees (especially Crabapples), Golden Rain Tree, Hawthorns, Hazels, Linden, Magnolia, Maples, Mountain Ash, Sycamore, Tulip, Poplar, Willows
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