I live on 3.2 acres of land and about 1.0 acres has native or cultivar perennial plantings that I have installed. I also have a native meadow which blooms in June/July and consists largely of wild bergamot and rudebekia. It is heaving with pollinators in the summer. The property also has a small pond (appx 300+sq ft) and stream that are man made. There are also 4 beehives on the property.
Which garden or space are you describing?:
How large is your yard?:
1.00
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
Do you have native bunchgrasses?:
Several areas or one large area.
Are there bee nesting blocks?:
Yes
Does your nest block have less than 20 holes?:
Yes
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