Virtual Gardening Series: Petal Walkers – Planting for Pollinators
Channel: Vancouver Island Regional Library
Date: 14/10/2021

Bees and flowers have co-evolved since the Cretaceous period. And that’s what makes their relationship impressive and unique. This session will cover habitat requirements of pollinators, different kinds of bees, native plants to attract pollinators and some small and significant changes you can make to be the best pollinator attractant on the block. This session will skim the surface just enough to stimulate your curiosity about these little superheroes and encourage you to plant something for them.

Joanne is a recent graduate in the Vancouver Island Master Gardeners Association as well as an active member of the Nanaimo Beekeepers' Club. She also earned certification as a Pollinator Steward from Pollinator Partnership Canada. She raises both honey bees and mason bees. She also enjoyed a long career as an environmental educator; has published articles and a book, and wants everyone to know that planting for pollinators is both important and addictive!