The bee population is declining in North America, and Columbus is no exception. A loss of nesting and flowering habitats and the overuse of pesticides are major contributors to the decrease in the bee population.
With our growing urban culture, the space for flower growth is dwindling. To combat this, researchers suggest that landscaping areas be chosen carefully in urban settings. It is important for our environment and for human health that we find a way to integrate flowers and other plants into our cities for the bee population.
Join us today as we discuss beekeeping and the health of the bee population.
Guests:
Reed Johnson, Professor of Entomology at The Ohio State University
Terry Lieberman-Smith, Vice-President, Ohio State Beekeepers Association
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Mother's Day is upon us and that means it is time for the annual Chadwick Arboretum Plant Sale. Debra Knapke is known for being Ohio's Garden Sage, and she is joining us at Chadwick Arboretum to fill us in on her latest tips and trends in gardening. Join us as we sit down with gardening experts Debra Knapke and Jared Hughes to learn about the latest in gardening news.
Guests:
Debra Knapke, The Garden Sage
Jared Hughes, Owner of Groovy Plants Ranch