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Create a Perfect Certified Monarch Waystation – 7 Expert Tips

November 21, 2020 Christine Becker Leave a Comment

create a perfect certified Monarch waystation in 7 expert tips

The iconic Monarch butterfly! We all know and love them, but how can we help them? Their population has decreased a low 90% over the past 20 years; they need our help! You can create a perfect certified Monarch waystation in your very own backyard. Here's how I … [Read more...] about Create a Perfect Certified Monarch Waystation – 7 Expert Tips

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Feeding Monarch Caterpillars – 7 Essential and Easy Steps

August 20, 2020 Christine Becker 2 Comments

essential tips when feeding monarch caterpillars

We all step in to help raise Monarchs for their success, excitement and fulfillment, and the beauty of their transformation. Yet if we aren't feeding Monarch caterpillars with wisdom, we are failing them. Here are the 7 essential and easy steps I take for ultimate success in … [Read more...] about Feeding Monarch Caterpillars – 7 Essential and Easy Steps

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6 Milkweed Facts – Learn the Truth About This Valuable Plant

July 30, 2020 Christine Becker Leave a Comment

learn valuable truths about milkweed

Growing up, I remember seeing puffs of cotton flying around in late summer. I quickly learned they were from the milkweed plant. Later I learned that some people were afraid of it or didn't like it. Please follow me here as I bash myths and show you why this plant is … [Read more...] about 6 Milkweed Facts – Learn the Truth About This Valuable Plant

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6 Best Practices to Raise Monarchs

July 30, 2020 Christine Becker Leave a Comment

best practices to raise monarchs

Most people I talk to remember seeing these beautiful orange butterflies all summer long. As a matter of fact, it seemed to be the mascot of summer. Until just a year or two ago, they became more of a rarity to see. Unfortunately, they are a threatened creature, yet there are … [Read more...] about 6 Best Practices to Raise Monarchs

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Welcome to my little corner of beauty as I discuss the glory of gardening, attracting birds, bees and butterflies into your world, and being self-sustainable all in a natural and nature-friendly way. Let's grab a cup of coffee and explore the peace and beauty of this glorious natural world we live in. I’m happy to have you here.

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