Posts by sprigglys
Carpenter bees do more good than harm
Taken from the book, A Guide the Wonderful World Around Us: Notes on Nature by Brannen Basham. Annoying but important You know carpenter bees- the large yellow and black insects…
Read MoreNative pollinators need help too
Honey bees aren’t the only pollinators suffering You’ve heard about the dangers facing honey bees- pests, diseases, and pesticides have stressed the species to a critical point. This threatens to…
Read MoreThe Flashy World of Floral Attraction
Beyond the beauty While many of us take pleasure in being around blooming plants because of their beauty, a closer look reveals the true nature of flowers. What might at…
Read MoreRising Co2 Levels Have Far Reaching Effects on Plants
We are experiencing the highest concentration of carbon dioxide (CO2) in our environment ever seen by humankind. There’s a lot of talk going on right now about the amount of…
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