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BLOOMIN’ BUNGALOW
We are so excited to kick off the 2023 growing season! This summer, we will be offering seasonal flower bouquets, spring through fall, designed from flowers grown right here at Indigo Acres. Over the next few months, we will be building our flower stand,… Continue Reading “BLOOMIN’ BUNGALOW”
Happy World Bee Day!
As a beekeeper and avid gardener, it is my goal to spread awareness about the significance of bees and other pollinators. Did you know that these amazing creatures pollinate 1/3 of the food we eat? Think about it…that’s one in three bites! Can you… Continue Reading “Happy World Bee Day!”
The Old-Fashioned Lungwort
Today’s Feature Flower is the old-fashioned lungwort (Pulmonaria). This early spring perennial is the first to bloom in our gardens. Lungworts are loaded with tiny, bell-shaped flowers, surrounded by mounds of hairy green leaves, spotted with white. These delicate beauties are perfect for mass… Continue Reading “The Old-Fashioned Lungwort”
The Whimsical Cosmos
This week’s Feature Flower is the whimsical cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus). This annual is loved by not only our honey bees, but our native bees, hummingbirds, moths and butterflies. Due to its ease to grow from seed and ability to thrive in poor soil, this… Continue Reading “The Whimsical Cosmos”
Glory of the Snow
As a beekeeper, I feel it is my duty to provide healthy forage for my bees. I’ve had a passion for flowers and bees for as long as I can remember. I love that my two favorite things complement one another so beautifully. This… Continue Reading “Glory of the Snow”
My Earth Day Wish…
Every dream begins with a wish… These photos might not capture a sweet bee, but they represent the importance of the dandelion. This magical wildflower is a vital spring food source for not only our honey bees, but the local pollinators. On this Earth… Continue Reading “My Earth Day Wish…”
Cutleaf Coneflower: A Gift for the Pollinators
This towering beauty is loved by not only our honey bees, due to its rich nectar and pollen, but our native pollinators as well. Commonly called the cutleaf coneflower “autumn sun” (Rudbeckia laciniata), this stunning perennial is visited by both long and short-tongued bees,… Continue Reading “Cutleaf Coneflower: A Gift for the Pollinators”
My Wish: Let the Dandelions Live!
As a beekeeper and avid gardener, I feel it is my duty to provide healthy forage for my bees and local pollinators. Considering the world’s current situation, purchasing spring plants is going to be nearly impossible for most. But, I have an effortless way… Continue Reading “My Wish: Let the Dandelions Live!”
Thinking About Becoming a Beekeeper?
Beekeeping is an exciting and rewarding adventure! Beekeeping is also challenging and even heartbreaking, at times. Before purchasing bees, take some time to prepare for a successful journey as a backyard beekeeper. Consider these 5 recommendations: Research, research, research! There are many wonderful beekeeping… Continue Reading “Thinking About Becoming a Beekeeper?”
Blue Beauties
As a beekeeper, I feel it is my duty to provide healthy forage for my bees. I’ve had a passion for flowers and bees for as long as I can remember. I love that my two favorite things complement one another so beautifully… This… Continue Reading “Blue Beauties”