Good Growing Garden Day Pollinators Webinar
The Birds and the Bees and the Flowers and the Trees
Full plate? Thank a pollinator. One out of every three bites of food we eat is only possible because it has been crosspollinated by pollinators such as hummingbirds, bees, butterflies, and other insects.
But insect populations are declining partially due to habitat loss. Learn how to attract birds and butterflies to your yard or patio this spring by planting native Midwestern flowers and trees in a morning webinar dedicated to helping pollinators.
Just in time for spring, the Good Growing blog and podcast team of University of Illinois horticulture educators Chris Enroth, Andrew Holsinger, Ken Johnson, and Katie Parker will cover how anyone with an outdoor space can be supportive with pollinator-friendly plantings.
Registration is required.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in these programs, please contact Ken Johnson at kjohnso@illinois.edu. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time for meeting your access needs.
Session Topics
Attracting Hummingbirds to your Yard
Hummingbirds are fun and fascinating to watch darting through landscapes as they search for nectar and bugs. Learn how you can enhance your home landscape with flowers and feeders to attract hummingbirds. Presenter: Katie Parker
What’s the Buzz? Attracting Pollinators to your Garden
When it comes to pollination, honeybees get most of the attention. However, many insects play a role in pollination. Discover why pollinators are important and what steps you can take to make your outside spaces more attractive and friendly to pollinators. Presenter: Ken Johnson
Native Illinois Wildflowers and Grasses for the Home Landscape
Do you have a passion for wildflowers? Home gardeners will learn how and when to plant and how to maintain the long-term health and appeal of native plants to make the most of their beauty and hardiness. Presenter: Chris Enroth
Fulfill Your Native Desires: Choosing Native Trees and Shrubs for the Backyard
Native trees and shrubs support insects and wildlife in local ecosystems. Discover the value and characteristics of native woody plants and the beauty desirable trees and shrubs can add to various sites in your landscape. Presenter: Andrew Holsinger