Ep. 210 No Mow May: What is it and does it work in Illinois | #GoodGrowing
- Author
- Chris Enroth
- Published
- Fri 02 May 2025
- Episode Link
- https://share.transistor.fm/s/32086a90
The calendar has turned to May, which means it’s time for No Mow May. No Mow May was started to help pollinators, but does No Mow May work well in Illinois? Check out this week’s Good Growing Podcast to learn more about what No Mow May is, whether or not it’s a good option for us in Illinois, other ways we can support pollinators, and more!
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Skip to what you want to know:
00:29 - Welcome, Ken. Where has spring gone?
03:06 - What is No Mow May?
06:57 - Some problems with No Mow May
13:44 - Dandelions, are they good for pollinators?
19:16 - What can we do to provide early-season resources for pollinators?
35:26- Wrap-up, thank yous, what’s up next week, and goodbye!
Read more about it:
Good Growing Blog - It’s almost May; is it time to stop mowing?
Fitness costs and benefits of a non-native floral resource for subalpine solitary bees
Amino Acid Content of Dandelion Pollen, a Honey Bee (Hymenoptera: Apidae) Nutritional Evaluation
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