[Date Prev][Date Next][Thread Prev][Thread Next][Date Index][Thread Index]
Re: Bumble Bee Nests
In article <0z8L0cJmziVJ092yn@teleport.com>, kowens@teleport.com (Jeff
Owens) wrote:
> Applying all these thoughts in an ecological way is the problem that
> I'm struggling with. It seems just about everything that is done in
> the garden impacts some life form. The ground dwelling bees are
> discouraged by tilling and so are some pests. Leaving wood around the
> orchard also provides a home for disease, pests, and beneficial bugs.
> If we increase our swallow boxes it reduces some pests and also seems
> to reduce pollination slightly. But, every year we have lots of fruit
> and veggies, so maybe the answer is to just sit here and wonder. If
> things get too out of balance, make a few adjustments then go back to
> pondering the complexity of natural events.
>
Jeff,
Just writing to thank you for the thoughts above...we have been
"watchers" on our half acre plot for the past 12 years...slowly bringing
things back into balance. No garter snakes yet but many different bees
have taken up residence..including a "wild" hive of Italian honey bees in
the Woodduck box. We have found a garden without pesticides works
well...keep ip the great work!
Judy & HalRoth
Tigard, Oregon
--
real address: halroth@teleport.com
*****************************************
* The box said "Windows '95 or better." *
* So I bought it. I have a Macintosh. *
http://www.teleport.com/~halroth
*****************************************