Honey Bees Make the World Go 'Round....
I've really been enjoying all the Honey Bees circling and buzzing around the backyard. They are all over the Mexican Heather, the Dahlias, and just about everything else with a flower. The one thing I have missed this Summer is the Mason Bees. I remember seeing some last Summer, but I've not seen one yet this Summer.
It's amazing what these little guys accomplish for us each and every day. They account for about 80% of all insect pollination. Now that's a work ethic that is unrivaled. You can find many facts about these little guys we couldn't possibly live without with a simple Google search. It's worth your time to know just how important they are. In the meantime, here's some more photos of my visitors....