In the middle of a city. Yard surrounding a large old duplex (9000 sf). Back yard was once a gravel parking lot and has shallow soil over that with six raised garden beds. Two sides of property have been mulched with wood chips two years ago and many perennial plants in those areas. Remaining (south) side is small lawn with perennial beds. Two large burr oaks and slippery elm.
Which garden or space are you describing?:
How large is your yard?:
0.50
acres
Are there areas with sandy loamy soil?:
Yes
Are there low traffic areas where the soil is not turned over, tilled or plowed?:
Yes
Are there areas dead wood, brush piles or snags present?:
Yes
Are there areas with pithy twigs (elderberry, cane fruit, sumac, etc…)?:
Yes
Are there bee nesting blocks?:
Yes
Is your nest block near a landmark like a rock?:
Yes
Did you clean or replace your nest block in the last two years?:
Yes
How much of the garden is planted with flowering annual or perennial plants (including shrubs, vegetables and trees)?:
Most (more than 75%)
Are the flowering plants that you have pollinator friendly?:
Most (more than 75%)
How many flowers in your garden bloom in spring?:
10 or more
How many flowers in your garden bloom in fall?:
10 or more
How many flowers in your garden bloom in summer?:
10 or more
Are flowers planted in clumps?:
Yes.
How much mulch is on the ground?:
Some.
Is there fresh, clean water always available with a perch that bees could stand on and drink?:
Yes
Does the garden use herbicides?:
No.
Are pesticides used in the garden?:
No