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How Leaving Fall Leaves Intact Supports Local Bee Populations

The Optimist Daily
How Leaving Fall Leaves Intact Supports Local Bee Populations

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Stepping back from autumn garden chores provides critical winter shelter for native bees and other essential pollinators. By leaving leaf litter and plant stems untouched, gardeners can effortlessly protect local biodiversity until spring.

Stepping back from autumn garden chores provides critical winter shelter for native bees and other essential pollinators. By leaving leaf litter and plant stems untouched, gardeners can effortlessly protect local biodiversity until spring.

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