This publication helps gardeners identify major pollinators, choose plants that will provide a continuous source of nectar and pollen during the growing season, and safely use pesticides.
Many insects look and even sound like bees in our gardens and yards! This publication summarizes the insects that mimic bees including flies, wasps and moths, and which ones are pollinators. Some examples of bee mimics described are hover…
Monarchs rely on milkweed and flowers for food. By planting a diverse set of native species, even in small areas, you can provide them habitat. Landowners with more acreage can take additional steps to aid the monarch butterfly and other…
This publication summarizes the process of pollination in different vegetables and fruits grown by the backyard gardeners of North Dakota. Successful pollination is needed for fruit or berry production. The role of pollinators in growing…
This publication helps home gardeners create attractive and functional garden habitat for monarch caterpillars and adults.
Monarch butterflies are a charismatic species whose populations are in decline. Education will help with conservation efforts. This publication explains the butterfly's migration, life cycle, and how to distinguish from monarch lookalikes…
