Perpetual Learning
Hey everyone, Elias here! Have you ever seen a caterpillar munching away on your prize tomato leaves and wished for a natural way to handle it? I certainly have. It got me thinking about the tiny helpers in our gardens – the beneficial insects. They’re often overlooked, but they play a huge role in keeping … Read more
It feels like just yesterday I was staring at a patch of bare soil, armed with a few seed packets and a whole lot of optimism. Fast forward a year, and my suburban backyard is practically buzzing! This journey has been a learning curve, filled with both triumphs and a few comical failures, but the … Read more
As gardeners, we often strive for specific outcomes. We plant seeds with hopes of a particular bloom or a certain harvest. But sometimes, nature surprises us with unexpected wins, especially when it comes to our buzzing, fluttering friends. This year, I’ve noticed a particular surge in pollinator activity in my backyard. It’s not just the … Read more
As someone deeply invested in environmental science and the intricate connections within our ecosystems, I’m always looking for innovative solutions to the challenges facing our planet. Today, I want to talk about something truly fascinating that could offer a lifeline to one of our most vital allies: the honey bee. Did you know that honey … Read more
Did you know that bees, our essential pollinators, have been facing some serious challenges? It’s true. But there’s some incredibly hopeful news from the scientific community that could make a real difference. Scientists have recently pinpointed specific nutrients that were missing from the diets of bees, and the results are pretty remarkable. In controlled studies, … Read more
It started with a flutter of distress. A monarch butterfly, its wing torn and delicate, lay on the patio. Seeing it struggle, I felt that familiar tug – the desire to help a creature in need. This little encounter, much like my gardening journey, is a reminder of how interconnected everything in nature truly is. … Read more
It’s August 23, 2025, and the hum of bees, vital to our planet’s ecosystems and food supply, is growing quieter. Bees, especially honey bees, face unprecedented challenges, and scientists are working on innovative solutions. One exciting development comes from researchers who have created a novel ‘superfood’ designed to supplement and even replace pollen, offering a … Read more
Did you know that honeybees are facing some serious challenges? Disease is a big one, and it’s something we should all care about. Bees are incredibly important for our food supply – they pollinate so many of the crops we rely on. So, when I read about scientists developing a new kind of ‘superfood’ for … Read more
Hey everyone, Elias here! You know how much I love getting my hands dirty in the garden and enjoying the fruits (and veggies!) of my labor. Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about the little buzzers that make so much of it possible – our bees! It’s truly amazing how much these tiny creatures do … Read more