Pollenize are helping our Britain’s bees that are in trouble. 35 UK bees species are under threat of extinction, and all species face serious threats.
What can you do to help?
“Become a Pollenize Patron, think global, act local!”
Learn more about the threats facing bees, including habitat loss, climate change, pesticides, pests and disease, and invasive species.
Choose flowers with pollen that bees can get at easily – single-flower varieties for example. Grow a range of plants that will provide a succession of flowers for as long as possible during the year – bees need nectar from very early spring until early winter. The great thing about gardening is that it’s good for you as well as wildlife. Fresh air and gentle exercise improve health and wellbeing. The scale of your bee-friendly growing will depend on your outside space, but it all helps. If you don’t have a garden, plant a window box or hanging basket.
To find out more about how you can get involved visit: https://www.pollenize.org.uk/
Project director of Pollenzie Matthew Elmes (left) outside Atwell Martin Plymouth