Earthwise Tsawwassen is a resource on ecological gardening, a model of best practice for sustainable horticulture, and where community connects with nature.
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4 Apr 2021
Our garden is growing and will be just like this one day soon ... stay tuned !!
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15 Mar 2021
The secret night life of Earthwise barn owls!
This photo was taken in the White Barn. It will give us some idea of the owls' night time activity, and which owl is doing most of the foraging.
One female spent 45 minutes on the window ledge preening and posturing recently!
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5 Mar 2021
A striking winter plant- Garrya elliptica, or Silk Tassel Bush, in full bloom!
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EarthwiseTSA retweeted
15 Feb 2021
For those of our followers located in bee-utiful British Columbia, we wish you all a very enjoyable #FamilyDay!
Here's the solution to the #bee #forage word search we posted on Feb. 11. Thanks again to Cassie at @HoneybeeCentre Education!
Download here: bit.ly/WordSearchSolution
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EarthwiseTSA retweeted
11 Feb 2021
Just in time for #FamilyDay in BC, here's a word search featuring #bee #forage plants. We'll post the solution on Mon, Feb 15 so get printing and playing with your family!
With thanks to Cassie at @HoneybeeCentre Education!
Download image and clues: bit.ly/FamilyDayWordSearch
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10 Feb 2021
Thanks very much to our fabulous volunteers, Dave and Boris, for taking down the greenhouse so it can be relocated to a concrete pad.
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20 Jan 2021
The mild winter days have allowed us to make good progress on our stone patio extension by the #nativeplant garden.
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EarthwiseTSA retweeted
15 Jan 2021
Pollinator Conservation Resources: Pacific Northwest Region ~ @xercessociety
Thinking about spring already? We are and thanks to Xerces you now have a whole host of resources for the Pacific Northwest Region just a mouse-click away.
Click to fully enjoy: bit.ly/XercesPNWResources
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EarthwiseTSA retweeted
10 Jan 2021
PolliNation Podcast 163 - 2020 Year in Review
In this episode we catch-you-up with guest Ian Tait who wrote a post per day since January 1, 2020 showcasing what was new in bee and pollinator studies, initiatives, information and ideas.
Listen here: bit.ly/PolliNationPodcast163
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30 Dec 2020
Help Earthwise Society continue to make a difference in 2021. Your support is always appreciated!
To learn more about making a donation, please visit: earthwisesociety.bc.ca/get-i…
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24 Dec 2020
Wise advice indeed from our friends at @FeedTheBees !!
24 Dec 2020
Day 357 ~ Advice to first-time gardeners: Think small. Find your spot.
If you grow frustrated because of too many things happening the first year, there’s a good chance you won’t feel like #gardening for a second. You can expand as your skills develop.
bit.ly/FTBDay357
ALT Honeybee on a sunflower planted near a vegetable garden.
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EarthwiseTSA retweeted
23 Dec 2020
Day 356 ~ Enhancing Urban and Suburban Landscapes to Protect Pollinators
Homeowners, gardeners, landscape professionals and volunteer groups can work to attract #pollinators to their properties. This guide offers #plant lists, #garden designs and advice.
bit.ly/FTBDay356
ALT Enhancing Urban and Suburban Landscapes to Protect Pollinators ~ Oregon State University Extension Service
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20 Dec 2020
With the help of some of our amazing volunteers, we've planted 500 yellow tulip bulbs!
We can't wait to see all of them come to life this spring!
Stay tuned! 🌷🌷🌷
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EarthwiseTSA retweeted
18 Dec 2020
Have you seen active #bumblebees in your neighbourhood? That's why you need to include #pollen- and #nectar-rich #nativeplant choices for all-season blooms in your yard or #garden so you can #feedthebees too !!
Thanks, BBCT.
18 Dec 2020
How many of these winter-flowering plants do you have? They can be vital nectar-pitstops for winter-active bumblebees who need lots of energy while they are not in hibernation. Some bumblebees may have been disturbed from hibernation or may even be setting up a winter nest!🌼🐝
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8 Dec 2020
Wise words to heed this time of year on the Wet, er, West Coast of Canada. Thanks, BBCT! #GardenTogether
PS: Nice #bumblebee too!
8 Dec 2020
#GardenTogether 🐝 Fix up your gardening tools this winter! Time to get those secateurs sharpened, wash your gardening gloves and fix other equipment suffering loose screws or wobbly handles. Sharpening your tools is better for your plants as a clean cut will help prevent disease
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5 Dec 2020
International Volunteer Day takes place every year on December 5 to shine a light on the impact of volunteer efforts everywhere.
We wish to thank the many volunteers who support us at our Delta and Agassiz operations.
You help make us grow ... thank you!
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29 Nov 2020
@EarthwiseTSA program coordinator, Aubrey, and Teresa from @Lotuslight_Van, who generously supplied reusable facemasks to Delta Food Coalition member agencies - thank you!
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EarthwiseTSA retweeted
24 Nov 2020
Day 327 ~ Get Growing: Plan(t) for pollinators in fall and winter
Loosen up your grip on the clippers and leave some leaf litter, brush or rock piles in unobtrusive corners to create nesting spots, and skip the traditional fall cleanup.
Welcome the wild! bit.ly/FTBDay327
ALT Photo by Erica Grivas: A bee feeds on a hydrangea “Kyushu.”
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22 Nov 2020
#Bee sure to check out all the buzz about building for #bees and make plans to host #beehotels for #nativebees in your garden or yard next spring! #feedthebees
22 Nov 2020
Day 325 ~ Building for bees
On balance, #bee houses offer a great way to invite this hidden universe into your landscape. At the very least, putting a #beehouse in your #garden offers a constructive and educational distraction from pandemic blues.
bit.ly/FTBDay325
ALT In her Nebraska garden, conservation specialist Jennifer Hopwood uses old stems of ironweed for her bee nest bundles. (Jennifer Hopwood/Xerces Society/via The Washington Post)
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