This policy explains how My Bee Safe Lawn researches, writes and updates its content.
Independence
Our editors decide what to cover and what to recommend. Manufacturers and retailers do not review or approve our articles before publication, and we do not accept payment for coverage. Affiliate commissions (see our Affiliate Disclosure) do not change our recommendations.
Research and sources
We base our guides on university Cooperative Extension services, U.S. EPA pesticide and pollinator protection guidance, USDA and the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the Xerces Society, Pollinator Partnership, and pesticide product labels. Where a claim matters for safety, health or a buying decision, we link to or name the source. When evidence is limited or mixed, we say so.
How we choose products
Buying guides and comparisons explain the selection criteria we used, such as features, specifications, compatibility, ease of cleaning or maintenance, safety information and published recalls. Specifications come from manufacturers and are checked against the product listing at the time of writing; they can change, so please confirm details before you buy.
We are clear about testing. Unless an article describes how we tested a product ourselves, our recommendations are based on research, published specifications and documentation, not hands-on testing. We never invent test results, star ratings, prices or customer reviews.
Use of AI tools
We may use AI tools to help with research summaries or first drafts. Every article is reviewed and edited by a person before publication, and that person is responsible for checking facts against sources.
Safety-sensitive topics
Always read and follow pesticide labels: the label is the law, and many products carry specific bee and pollinator warnings. Avoid applying products to flowering plants when pollinators are active. If you or someone in your household is allergic to bee stings, plan flowering areas accordingly and talk to a doctor about an emergency plan. Wear gloves and eye protection when using lawn tools, and check local rules before planting or removing species.
Corrections and updates
If we find an error, we correct it. We show an updated date only when an article has actually been revised. To report an error, please use our Contact page.