Des Moines homeowners don't have to break out their lawnmowers just yet. The No Mow May movement advocates holding off on yardwork — particularly lawn mowing — in order to help keep pollinators like bees and butterflies safe until they emerge for the season. It also asks municipal governments to temporarily suspend ordinances that would penalize property owners for not tending to their yards during the month of May. desmoinesgov Mayor Frank Cownie signed a proclamation in support of the movement earlier this month as an incentive for residents to take "meaningful action" to increase pollinator habitats including native wildflower grasses, vines, shrubs and trees. Tap the link in our bio for more on this story. #DesMoines #Iowa #nomowmay #BeeFriendly #Pollinators #DSMUSA