Much of our food supply depends on pollinators. As their populations decrease, it is important that gardeners provide what these valuable insects need to multiply and visit our gardens. So why not plant succulents for pollinators to keep them interested? Planting a Pollinator Succulent Garden Pollinators include bees, wasps, flies, bats and beetles along with the beloved butterfly. Not everyone is aware, but flowers commonly rise on stalks of echeveria, aloe, sedum and many others. Keep a pollinator succulent garden going year-round, when possible, with something always in bloom. Succulents that attract bees and other pollinators should be a big part of the garden as well as water and nesting sites. And avoid pesticide use. If you must use pesticides, spray at night when pollinators are not likely to visit. Locate a seating area near your pollinator garden so you may observe which insects visit there. If you’re notably missing
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