Sweat Bees In Gardens – Tips For Sweat Bee Control

By Jackie Carroll Sweat bees are often seen flying around the garden with a heavy load of pollen on their back legs. Pollen laden sweat bees are on their way back to the nest where they store their harvest to feed the next generation. It’s a good idea to give them a wide berth so they don’t see you as a threat. But don’t let the fear of sweat bee stings keep you out of your garden. Find out how to control sweat bees and avoid stings in this article. What are Sweat Bees? Sweat bees are a group of solitary bee species that live alone in underground nests. Some species resemble bumble or honeybees, while others resemble wasps. About half of the North American species have a green or blue metallic sheen. A few nests don’t present a serious problem, but you should take steps to control the bees

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