Bees, insects, and even wasps play a vital role in our ecosystem by pollinating plants, and it's important to encourage their presence in our gardens.
As we bask in one final burst of summer warmth before autumn sets in, gardeners are being encouraged to create a simple yet vital haven for our bees and insects by putting out bowls of water.
Pollinating powerhouses like bees, wasps, and other insects are crucial cogs in our environmental machine, but they're struggling against severe threats. A number of wildlife groups are now calling on green-thumbed Brits to invite these buzzy workers into their gardens by providing bee watering stations.
They advised: "Place your pebbles in your dish - this will give insects a safe place to access the water from. You can also add things like shells or pine cones to your dish. Try to avoid things like marbles or glass pebbles as they can be too smooth for insects to grab on to.
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