Habitat assessment by Vincenttom078@gmail.com

Assessment results

Answer given	Our advice
Are there bee nesting blocks?: No	Supplement your habitats with nest blocks. Learn how to build them here.
What is the main type of vegetation in the area you are evaluating (park, garden, yard, farm...)?: Mostly non-native plants including vegetables	Shift some of your non-native plants to natives.
How much of the whole yard, park, farm or green space is garden space or wild/natural vegetation?: A little. Between 5-20%.	Add a new garden or expand your current garden space. Every little bit helps.
How much of the garden is planted with flowering annual or perennial plants (including shrubs, vegetables and trees)?: Some (25-50%)	Consider supplementing your garden with some native, pollinator friendly plants and converting some lawn!
Are the flowering plants that you have pollinator friendly?: A lot (51-75%)	Considering adding more pollinator friendly plants.
How many flowers in your garden bloom in fall?: 7-9	Add 2-3 more fall flowers to support fall bees.
How many flowers in your garden bloom in summer?: 4-6	Add 2-3 more types of summer flowers to support summer bees.
Does the garden use herbicides?: Yes.	Consider reducing your herbicide use and be sure it is an herbice that is not toxic to pollinators.
How many different pollinator counts will your contribute this year?: Five or more.	We'd love to see pollinator counts from any of the plants in your garden as many times as you can contribute. Thanks!

Score: 103 (out of a possible 210)

Which garden or space are you describing?:

How large is your yard?:

8.00

acres

How many flowers in your garden bloom in spring?:

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

Are pesticides used in the garden?: