Be a Hummingbird
Welcome to the second edition of the 6th graders research journal where we find out more about the action that they are taking to protect the planet.
Welcome to the second edition of the 6th graders research journal where we find out more about the action that they are taking to protect the planet.
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To overcome this challenge, we have found many families
who are hosting hives in their family gardens so we will
support them by creating insect feeders from recycled
plastic and they will post updates of their hives on our GSL
websites. This is more sustainable because it is better to
have a lot of gardens instead of just one.
What flowers attract bees and butterflies?
During my research I found out that there are specific
flowers and plants that attract bees and butterflies the
most like: Alyssum, Aster, Bee balm, Butterfly bush,
Calendula,Cosmos, Daylily, Delphinium, Lavender, Roses,
Blue and purple flower, Daisies and many more. These
plants have to be planted in a very precise way. For
example they need an equal amount of shade, equal
amount of sun, enough water and natural fertilizers to
make them grow faster.
The area we chose to garden already supports healthy
plants and we are confident that our pollinators will thrive
in this area.
What way can we help our garden grow in a natural and
healthy way?
You might be wondering how we can help our garden
grow faster and healthier? Well, lots of gardeners think that
using toxic fertilizers is the best way to help their garden
and plants grow. What they don’t know is that those
fertilizers they were using is killing the animals that help
pollinate the garden and the plants.