gardening

Tachinid Flies

Tachinidae Archytas

Tachinid flies are amongst the largest families of true flies with approximately 8,000 species world wide. All tachinid flies are parasitoids, making them beneficial predators in the garden.

Red-necked False Blister Beetle

Red-necked False Blister Beetle

Beetles were among one of the first order of insects to pollinate flowers and still play an important role in pollination today.

Welcome Spring

Helleborus 'Golden Sunrise'

Spring blooming plants in the native garden.

Propane Powered Lawn Care

Propane Powered Lawn Care
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Honeybee Impact

Honeybee

Spikenard Farm Honeybee Sanctuary has written an extensive article on the process of pollination by honeybees. Don't underestimate the impact of the honeybee. Honeybees are responsible for pollinating nearly $15 billion worth of U.S. crops.