Pollinators

Apple trees dropping fruit

Q. Why do apple trees drop their fruit early? We have an old apple tree on our property that produces pocked, rotten apples.

Q. For several summers now, I have noticed plenty of bumblebees in my garden but very few honeybees. What is the reason?

Q. I would like to grow the beautiful butterfly bush that attracts so many varieties of butterflies at this time of year. Any tips?

Q: My children and I want to plant a butterfly garden. Can you suggest flowers that will attract butterflies?

Q. Which plants will attract hummingbirds to my garden?

Q: Do I need more than one variety of pear tree in order for it to produce fruit?