OLLI Talks: Gardening for Insects - or Not! (DRAKE HALL)

The benefits of improving habitat for beneficial insects are increasingly recognized. While general principles—such as those for supporting butterflies and certain bees—are widely understood, successfully applying them requires attention to local conditions. In this program, participants will learn how to support a diverse range of helpful insects found in the region, including butterflies, hummingbird moths, native bees, and natural enemies of common garden pests. The course will also address strategies for managing less desirable species, such as miller moths. 

Whitney Cranshaw is an Emeritus Professor of Entomology at Colorado State University, where he worked from 1983 until his retirement in July 2020. During this time, he conducted a wide-ranging Extension research and teaching program with a primary focus on improving the understanding and effective management of insects affecting horticultural crops, including vegetables and fruits, flowers, trees and shrubs, turfgrass, and hemp. Although he retired from CSU, he has not retired from bugs and continues to write, speak with diverse audiences, support websites and listserv discussion groups, and conduct research on projects of interest. 

Notes

• A current OLLI membership is required to register for all courses and lectures. 
• If you do not have a Fall 2026 membership, one will be added to your cart at checkout. 
• OLLI membership fees and course tuition are critical to the Institute's sustainability and are non-refundable.