Planting Seeds for Bees
Monday April 21, 2014
Last weekend I painted the terra cotta pots; this week I planted seeds. I have a handful germinating inside as well as “back-up.” Especially since it’s raining every other day. It’s hard to protect seedlings out in the open.
Nasturtium, chives, parsley, morning glory, sunflower, portulaca, lavender, baby’s breath, zinnia, cypress vine, moonflower.
Store bought seed packets are eye-catching and full of expectations while packets ordered from the same company online are strictly business. :)
It’s funny that after hours of hard work there’s quite a bit of time that all you have to show for it is dirt. I’m feeling optimistic. As I was planting, a few stray bees passed by me. Hopefully the lavender, chives, zinnias, morning glories, and sunflowers attract more.
Tags: Garden
9 Responses to “Planting Seeds for Bees”
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Yaay for another gal who wants to help out the bees! My bestie and I are planting a lot of bee friendly flowers and hanging a couple bee hotels in our yards to help out. It’s amazing how many people go, “Do you REALLY want that many bees around?” Um, hello, of course I do. A few is better than NONE. If bees go down, they’re taking us with them. Not many people seem to realize this, sadly…
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I so want to do this! But I’d need to get my own space first…
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Good luck with your seedlings! I can’t tell if mine are dead or alive still. I see no signs of life. T__T
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I want to have a garden too! love how the terracota pots turned out, good luck with your garden this year. Btw, i like how your blog feels (reads :P) more optimistic these days UuU
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Your recent plant-related blog posts have kind of inspired me. I picked up some kale seeds today and hope to plant them soon while it’s still sort of cool :)
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Your terracotta pot look amazing. Good luck with your mini-garden!
I wish I had a green thumb ;_;
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Awwww, how great! It’s one of my dreams to become a beekeeper. Until now, I do the same as you and plant lots of bee-friendly plants. Bees are one of the most important animals on earth! Gotta do whatever we can to preserve them!