ee Better Manitoba is a group of like-minded organizations who have come together with a common goal - to inspire and empower Manitobans to protect, conserve and create pollinator-friendly habitat at home and in their communities.
Colleen Zacharias, a Manitoba Master Gardener, recently published an article on late-blooming perennials that not only provide beauty to your garden, but also provide nectar and pollen for pollinators in the Fall!
On September 27, The Canadian Wildlife Federation is hosting a webinar on discovering the beauty and functionality of Canada's native shrubs. The webinar highlights which native shrubs attract and support a diversity of native insects and birds, helping you counter biodiversity loss in your back yard!
| Fall gardening tips from Lorraine Johnson |
| Sunday September 12, 2021 at 1:00 PM Central Time |
The David Suzuki Foundation presents renowned author and native plant gardening expert Lorraine Johnson. She will give tips and advice on how to ensure your backyard or garden is a sanctuary for local wildlife this fall. The talk will be approximately 90 minutes, including a Q and A. Register here.
| Fall gardening tips with Linda Gilkeson |
| Sunday, September 26, 2021 3:00 PM Central Time |
The David Suzuki Foundation presents author and gardening expert Linda Gilkeson. She will provide tips and advice about how to ensure your garden and yard are sanctuaries for local wildlife this fall. Note: the focus will be on gardening in BC's coastal regions.
Register here.
| Douglas Tallamy and the Homegrown National Park Project |
| Sunday, October 17, 2021 12:00 PM Central Time |
The David Suzuki Foundation presents best-selling author and conservationist Douglas Tallamy speaking about the launch of the Homegrown National Park Project in Canada. Register here.
Linda Dietrick, a Manitoba Master Gardener, recently wrote a fantastic article on getting the right mix of native and non-native plants for your backyard to support and attract our pollinators. The article provides detailed information on which plants to select and which plants to avoid when creating your garden.
Enter to win native wildflower seeds for World Bee Day! Post your photo of a bee on Instagram and tag us @beebettermb with the hashtag #beebetterchallenge. Judges will select their favourite, and the winner receives native wildflower seeds for the bees!
