Bedford Area Master Gardeners Association
Virginia Cooperative Extension
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Pollination Station, Big Island Library Spring Seminar, Presented by the Bedford Area Master Gardeners
May 9, 2023 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Free
Come learn all about pollinator homes with the Bedford Area Master Gardeners!
Topics covered in this presentation…
– What is a pollinator garden?
– Why are pollinator gardens important?
– How to get started on your own pollinator garden
– What are the best types of soil and plants to use?
– The Benefits of Native Plants
– The Dangers of Invasive Plants and what invasive plants are common in this area
– What plants attract Bees vs. Hummingbirds vs. Butterflies
– Seeds vs. Plants
– Prepping Your Garden
– Wait, Watch, Water, Weed
– Expect bugs – not perfection
Everyone who attends will also have the opportunity to make their own Seed Bomb to help get their pollinator garden started!
We will also be raffling off a Butterfly House to one lucky participant.
Registration is required and space is limited.