125- Bees, Caterpillars, and the Importance of Insects with Dr Tallamy

Published: March 3, 2020, 11 a.m.

Today, I\u2019m joined by Dr. Douglas Tallamy and have a great conversation about bees, caterpillars, and how important insects are for our gardens and the world around us. He has a new book, Nature\u2019s Best Hope, that will help us to think about our gardens in a holistic way.

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SHOW NOTES:

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Plants Good for Pollinators:

Sunflowers

Goldenrods

Willows

Asters

Black Cherry

Plums

Maples

Fringe Tree

Native Holly

Button Bush

Clethra

Bottle Brush Buckeye

Oak Trees

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Find plants in your area: https://www.nwf.org/NativePlantFinder

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Nature\u2019s Best Hope: A New Approach to Conservation That Starts in Your Yard https://amzn.to/2T5QhLx

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