Pollinating insects flock to plants gardeners might think of as ‘weeds’

October 14, 2026 · 7:00 am 1 sources

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• Pollinating insects flock to plants gardeners might think of as ‘weeds’
  The Guardian · October 14, 2026 07:00
  Citizen scientists on UK Pollinator Monitoring Scheme recorded insect visits to flowers during 10-minute surveys Ubiquitous urban plants often derided as “weeds” are the most attractive to pollinating insects. The autumn blooms of common ivy, rich in pollen and nectar, are the most visited by…