What's your question? Ask

Pollen color can vary and occasionally (rarely and only in a handful of plants) it can be red or blue. Normally, however, it does not stray from the yellow/brown/green spectrum.

I would do one or the other. Doing both can hurt the ladybirds if they are on the plant.

Here is an article that you may find helpful: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/treatment-bagworms.htm

Yes, it will. We have found neem to be a good insecticide. It will kill the bad bugs but is not harmful to bees, people or animals. Here is more information:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htm

You have to spray the soap solution directly on the aphids to eliminate them and be sure to check the underside of leaves too. Using soap-like solutions on aphids allows predator insects (such as ladybugs, which have harder bodies) to survive and naturally control aphids. In other words, the ladybugs should be just fine.

Yes, the praying mantis is a popular garden friend. This insect will feed on virtually any type of bug including crickets, beetles, caterpillars, aphids, and leafhoppers. It's a great asset in the garden, both flower and veggie gardens.