Create a garden - Whether you’re a first time gardener or a seasoned pro, planting a garden is a huge help to bees. You don't need a big backyard either, as a few pots will suffice.
Plant native flowers - Native plants are generally easier to grow because they're already acclimated, plus they’re what native bees are designed to pollinate.
Don’t put sugar in the water! - Sugar water can actually be detrimental, as bees do best when they drink from natural nectar sources.
Avoid using pesticides in your garden - Many pesticides used today are toxic to bees, suppressing their immune system and making them vulnerable to parasites.
Use natural remedies - If you must use an insecticide, go the natural route with simple components like vinegar, epsom salt, and essential oils.
Buy local, organic produce - Supporting organic farmers' pesticide-free produce is another easy way to do your part, as you’re indirectly protecting and encouraging bee population growth.
Buy raw honey from local beekeepers - Store-bought honey is often processed, pasteurized, and loaded with added sugars. Do yourself (and the bees) a favor by buying the real thing.
Build a bee hotel - One of the reasons solitary bees are dying is due to habitat loss and urbanization, so creating a space to host them can go a long way in helping rebuild the population.
Put down the weed-whacker - Save yourself a chore and leave those weeds, like dandelions, be. In early spring, those “weeds” are often the only source of food for beneficial insects like bees.
The obvious: don’t kill them - If a bee gets into your house or car, don’t panic! Use safe, nonviolent methods to remove it, like catching it in a jar and releasing it back into nature.