This document discusses the importance of pollinators and opportunities for their conservation in public gardens. It notes that over 1/3 of food is dependent on pollinators like bees. However, pollinator populations are declining due to disease, pests, and pesticide use. The document outlines how public gardens can help by providing floral resources, nesting sites, education, and avoiding pesticides. It recommends native plantings that bloom throughout seasons and hosting demonstration sites to promote pollinator conservation.