There's one simple thing you can do to help support critical honeybee colonies: Plant more blue and violet flowers. Researchers found honeybees are naturally attracted to blue and purple-hued flowers, and they produce more nectar as a result. Over time, bees have naturally preferred certain colors, and blue and purple are the clear winners. And as always, never use chemical insecticides and fertilizers in your garden when planting these deep-hued buds.

You know the motto: One man's trash is another man's treasure. When you have something that's not easily recyclable or you can't donate, post whatever you have on the website Freecycle.org. The website connects people in your community and lets you freely link items up for grabs with people who need them. No money changes hands, and it keeps things out of landfills.

Old costume jewelry can be donated to support a worthy cause. The nonprofit I Have Wings supports women with breast cancer and their families through a variety of assistance programs. The old jewelry is cleaned, repaired and disinfected, then sold through an annual Spring Bling fundraiser. Proceeds are used to support I Have Wing's charitable work. Learn more at ihavewings.org.