Autumn gardens play a key role in helping bees survive winter. With nearly 4,000 native bee species in the United States supporting pollination in farms, cities and natural spaces, reliable forage in these gardens is essential for keeping colonies healthy. As summer flowers disappear, late-blooming plants in fall gardens provide the nectar and pollen that allow colonies to build reserves and return strong in spring.

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Community efforts also reinforce what home gardens provide. Farmers, towns and conservation programs all play a role in creating fall forage and safe spaces that help pollinators survive the colder months.

Colonies under added late-season stress

As summer blooms fade, bees enter one of the most demanding times of the year: getting ready for the

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