Warmer temperatures in the coming days will likely encourage activity by ground nesting and other native solitary bees. These bees are not pests, nor are they a threat to people, plants, or yards. In fact, they are important and essential pollinators. If you have ground nesting bees in or near your yard, take a few minutes to observe and appreciate their amazing activity.
To learn more, read the recent post by Dr. Steve Frank, NCSU entomology professor and NC Extension specialist, on the Insect Ecology and Integrated Pest Management blog: http://ecoipm.org/2014/03/13/ground-bees-active-but-do-not-threaten-people-or-yards/
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If you wish to discourage ground nesting bees, non chemical methods are discussed in this Extension fact sheet: http://www.turffiles.ncsu.edu/Contact your local N.C. Cooperative Extension office to get expert advice from an Extension Master Gardener Volunteer. Go to https://www.ces.ncsu.edu/local-
