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What does a Bee City USA event look like on the ground? In Gainesville, residents helped plant a native garden. A separate report from Deerfield Beach looks at what its community is doing for bees. Start with a nearby project, then explore ideas for your own yard.

Where can native bees nest in a Florida garden?

Alongside the flowers, inspect the soil. Many Florida bees nest in well-drained, sparsely planted ground. A small area of open sand can provide nesting space that a fully mulched bed lacks. Other species use hollow stems or wood. Before refreshing a garden, look for nest entrances and give those spots some room.

Florida Wildflower Foundation guide to planting for bees

Can families visit the apiary in Deerfield Beach?

Yes. The city invites visitors to schedule a visit to its apiary at the Bernard Adams Municipal Complex. It is a chance to see a managed honey bee colony. For a different activity at home, watch a patch of flowers and compare the shapes and sizes of the bees that land there.

Find the location and arrange a visit with the city