Help The Bees, Arizona! How To Support These Essential Pollinators

When we think of a disaster, it's usually on a grand scale. Weather catastrophes, dramatic, man-made cataclysms, and other problems come to mind.

What if the world collapsed with a quiet buzz, that slowly turns down, then disappears forever? A world without bees would be an unparalleled disaster for Arizona and the world. Ecosystems and agriculture would collapse.

Bees are such essential pollinators that food production would dive, and prices would skyrocket. Scarcity would be the new normal.

How can we support bees in Arizona without getting in their way?

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How to Be a Bee’s Best Friend in Arizona

Leave them alone and let them do their thing. At certain times of the year, you might see a swarm moving through your property. They may clump together and rest on a tree or the side of a building.

Don’t panic. The bees are just relocating and won’t bother you unless provoked. Swarms typically rest for a few hours before moving on. Give them space, and they’ll be on their way.

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Offer fresh water. Be sure to make it bee-friendly. Find a shallow dish or terracotta plant saucer and fill it with water. Add in some pebbles or floating corks to give them a safe landing spot, so they can hydrate safely.

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Avoid pesticides. Don't poison your bees! Bees also need a safe environment, so avoid pesticides and herbicides as much as possible.

A lot of common pesticides contain chemicals that harm bees, even if you use them on non-flowering plants.

If possible, choose organic or bee-friendly alternatives and apply them in the evening when pollinators are less active.

Better yet, try some natural pest deterrents. Companion planting is a great way to deter pests naturally. Marigolds, for instance, can help keep unwanted insects away naturally, and they won't hurt beneficial pollinators, like bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies.

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Plant pollinator-friendly flowers. Native plants like desert marigold, penstemon, and milkweed provide nectar and pollen for Arizona’s bees.

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Supporting bees isn’t just good for them, it's good for all of us. Use these simple tips to keep bees and other pollinators safe in your yard.

Sources: Beekeeper Corner | Own Yard Life