Want to invite some buzzing bees back into your garden?       This list of beautiful, native plants is just what you need! We all know how important bees are to our ecosystem and that our modern agricultural methods and reliance on toxic pesticides has seen a huge decline in bee numbers over the years. Although this is not good news, there are ways that we can help the plight of the bees by stopping the use of pesticides in our homes and gardens and by planting flowers that are favoured by bees.   1. Jelly Bush   The jelly bush is a native Australian shrub which is al ..read more

INTERESTING BEE FACTS! Getting to know bees As we are now full swing into spring, I'd like to share a few interesting facts about an insect that has recently been voted the most important species on the earth (and with very good reason).... the humble bee!     Buzzing Around Did you know that the buzzing sound that bees make is actually from their wings beating?  Bee wings can beat up to 11,400 times per minute!  They are amazing flyers and with wings like theirs how could they not be? Bees can fly at a top speed of up to 25kms an hour!   Food For Thought ..read more