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I spoke last week on the importance of pollinators such as bees and insects. On my walk I saw these goldenrod and thistle plants thriving as weeds in their natural environment. They are a part of the pollinator habitat, essential links to our food chain. I have a new respect for weeds.
Well, I've always had respect for thistle. I didn't know about the bees , but I know about a health supplement called Milk Thistle that helps people lower cholesterol, cleanse their liver,and other health benefits.
ReplyDeleteThis is so necessary. I have seen several fields lately on my walks which are not being cultivated in order to encourage wild growth and insects. The farmers donate a piece of land to let it revert to nature. Great idea! Valerie
ReplyDeleteThat is!
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ReplyDeleteall jobs of nature are for man's betterment :)
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ReplyDeleteSome kinds of weeds are growing wildly in my backyard, I am a bit tired to take care my yard. Now, I'm thinking about pollinators :)
ReplyDeleteMe too have a new respect for weeds.
ReplyDeleteGoldenrod and thistle have grown freely in our wildflower garden and at the edge of our woods for over forty years.
ReplyDeleteI have always had a place in my heart for these "weeds".
Great post Christine.
Just a little note...people are not allergic to Goldenrod. Ragweed is the culprit here and it mimics the look of Goldenrod.
Have a great day 💮
Plants / weeds are so underrated for the health of all living things and our planet. A good reminder from you, Christine:)
ReplyDeleteYep....they might be but I would love it if I did not have to encourter goldenrod....or rag weed. My nose would love it for sure.
ReplyDeleteOh, I didn't know about that. I always considered bees to be a nuisance. In fact, I go out of my way to pull out vines that attract bees.
ReplyDeleteIt's so important to keep the pollinator plants in our environment! I plant a bird/bee/insect flower mix in pots every year to help them out. They work and they're also pretty to see!
ReplyDeleteAgreed. They are very important.
ReplyDeleteOne person's weed is another person's wildflower:)
weeds are so important for pollinators but they tend to get mowed down before anything can get to them :(
ReplyDeleteweeds have two sides: bad and good...
ReplyDeletehave a great weekend
Every thing plays its part
ReplyDeleteI have a narrow strip in the back of the house, and I planted flowers that attract butterflies and bees. My sedum seems to be the most popular one at the moment!
ReplyDeleteI love all these wild fall flowers!
ReplyDeleteMany of our local councils are introducing wildflower areas and thus helping pollination, it's so good to see.
ReplyDeleteAll the best Jan
Lovely!
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