Gardening for North American Native Bees, 11.18.25

Discover the beauty and power of gardening with intention. Join the movement to protect North America’s native bees — the unsung heroes of our ecosystem — with our program, Gardening for North American Native Bees.

What You’ll Learn:

• The difference between native bees and honeybees — and why it matters

• How to create bee-friendly gardens using native plants

• Simple steps to turn your space into a pollinator haven

• Natural, pesticide-free gardening practices that support biodiversity

Over 4,000 species of native bees call North America home, and many are under threat. Unlike imported honeybees, native bees are critical for pollinating local food crops and wild plants — yet they’re often overlooked in conservation efforts.

Join us and make a difference. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just getting started, this program empowers you to make a meaningful environmental impact right in your own backyard.

In-person and virtual options available:

In-person location: S.C. Botanical Garden; Conference Center, lower level

Virtual: Email link will be sent upon registration.

SCBG Members, please remember to enter your FRIENDS discount code at the time of checkout, as there is no way to apply it retroactively.

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Host or Publisher South Carolina Botanical Garden