"The No Mow May movement started in England, which has a similar climate to Northern and Midwestern United States. The idea is that the flowering plants - dandelions, forget-me-nots, and clover - start to bloom during May, and in doing so attract and feed pollinators."
"Even if these plants typically flower in May, the weather in your city may change year to year. Think about the phenology of plants, taking note of when the plants complete their life cycle, as this can shift the timing of the flowers."
No Mow May encourages homeowners to refrain from mowing their lawns in May to support pollinators like bees and butterflies. This movement, initiated by Plantlife in 2020, argues that mowing creates dead zones and contributes to pesticide pollution. The effectiveness of No Mow May varies based on local climate and the specific lawn type. Flowering plants such as dandelions and clover bloom in May, attracting pollinators, but local weather patterns can affect plant life cycles and blooming times.
Read at Architectural Digest
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