The city of Jackson is once again taking part in “No Mow May,” encouraging residents to leave parts of their backyards unmowed through the end of May to help pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
The voluntary initiative allows residents to temporarily stop mowing designated rear yard areas to provide food sources and habitat for pollinators during an important early spring period when resources can be limited.
“Residents may choose not to mow designated rear yard areas during the month of May, just to help provide a temporary habitat and floral resources for pollinators,” said Christina Crouch, the city’s communications manager…