Our Native Bees seed collections For thousands of years

For thousands of years

southern San Joaquin Valley

Plant Characteristics Family Name Bignoniaceae Species Name Chilopsis linearis ssp

Cream Flowering Months February

Cold Hardy to 15 degrees F Distribution Selected for the garden Natural Habitat Coastal bluffs

Our Native Bees seed collections For thousands of yearsNorth America's endangered pollinators and the fight to save them. Imported European honey bees get all the press, but the fascinating story of North Americas native beesan endangered species essential to our ecosystems and food suppliesis just as crucial. Through interviews with farmers, gardeners, scientists, and bee experts, Our Native Bees explores the importance of native bees and focuses on why they play a key role in gardening and agriculture.