As we approach Memorial Day, we join our community in honoring those who gave their lives in service. For many, this is a time of reflection and a reminder of our shared responsibility to care for the land. We invite you to join us this week to learn how we can all be better stewards of our local ecosystems, starting with a deep dive into the life of native bees.

Live Stream: All About Native Bees

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 | 6 PM ET / 3 PM PT

Celebrate World Bee Day with Garden for Wildlife! While honey bees often get the spotlight, our native bees are the true ecological powerhouses of your backyard.

Join NWF Naturalist David Mizejewski for an interactive session where you'll learn:

• Why "saving the bees" is about much more than honey.

• How to spot unique native bee behaviors in your garden.

• The steps to get your yard recognized as a Certified Wildlife Habitat®.

Early Access: The Memorial Day Sale

Buy More, Save More to Grow Your Habitat

Put your conservation knowledge into practice with exclusive early access to our Memorial Day native plant sale. Native plants are the foundation of a healthy habitat, providing essential food and shelter for our most important pollinators.

Use these tiered codes at checkout to save on your garden expansion:

• Save 25% on orders of $250+ with code: SUN25

• Save 20% on orders of $200+ with code: SUN20

• Save 15% on orders of $150+ with code: SUN15

Trending Collections for Your Habitat

Not sure where to start? We’ve curated these collections to help you support specific wildlife and garden conditions:

• The Bee’s Knees: Early bloomers like Golden Alexander (Zizia aurea) and Eastern Columbine (Aquilegia canadensis) to feed the first pollinators of the season.

• Hummingbird Favorites: Nectar-rich plants and our new 1-gallon Coral Honeysuckle (Lonicera sempervirens) vines.

• Shade Solutions: Native selections that bring life and color to the quiet, low-light corners of your yard.

The 2026 Memorial Day Sale runs Thursday, May 21 through Sunday, May 31. Early access for NWF subscribers begins today, Sunday, May 17. Offer valid until 11:59 p.m. PT, 5/31/2026. Exclusions: Bulk garden products, gift cards, and merch. Please apply the correct code at checkout to receive your discount.