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Ep. 61 Talking Birds, Bees, Flowers, and Trees with Andrew Holsinger

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60
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On this week's Good Growin podcast we chat about the team's upcoming Good Growing Garden Day all about pollinators. Andrew Holsinger joins us to dive into the topics we will discuss during the Garden Day webinar covering hummingbirds, pollinating insects, wildflowers, and native trees. Plus, we answer questions on these topics. More information on the event page https://extension.illinois.edu/events/2021-03-27-good-growing-garden-day-pollinators-webinar Register for the Good Growing Pollinator Day go.illinois.edu/GardenDayPollinators When is the best time to put out hummingbird feeders? When can I start cleaning up my garden if I want to try and protect overwintering pollinators? Establishing a pollinator plot from seed versus potted plants. How should I plant native trees and shrubs in my landscape for the most significant impact on pollinators? How can I attract more hummingbirds to my yard? I have a butterfly house in my garden, but I never find butterflies in it. What can I do to attract them to it? What flowers that attract pollinators are recommended for part shade or under trees? What can I do to make sure I get the best native woody plant for my site? Watch us on YouTube https://youtu.be/rk2_VGj6S0k
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