Lessons from a Pollinator Gardener
About this episode
The episode discusses effective ways to create pollinator habitats with insights from Jennifer Hopwood's experiences.
There are countless ways to support the invertebrates we care about, and creating habitat in your own backyard or community is one we’ve often discussed. Today, we’ll explore real-world examples—what works, what doesn’t, and the exciting discoveries made along the way. Joining us to talk about her very own yard is Jennifer Hopwood. Jennifer is a Senior Pollinator Conservation Specialist with Xerces, providing resources and training for pollinator and beneficial insect habitat management and r...
People in this episode
Guest: Jennifer Hopwood
Topics covered
- pollinator gardening
- habitat creation
- invertebrate conservation
- real-world examples
- pollinator management
Keywords
- pollinators
- gardening
- habitat
- conservation
- invertebrates
- Xerces Society
- community
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Xerces Society
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