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Plant a Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary
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Monarch butterflies, known for their distinctive orange and black wings, rely on milkweed plants as their sole larval food source. By planting milkweed and other nectar-rich flowers, you can provide essential habitat and resources for monarchs at all stages of their life cycle. In this blog post, we'll explore the importance of monarch nursery gardens and how you can create your own haven for these magnificent butterflies.
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Planting by the Moon
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Lunar Gardening
Planning your garden practices based on the phase of the moon is an ancient practice seen throughout the world. For a millennia farmers and gardeners have taken note that the moon's phases can affect plant growth and development. This has developed in a method that involves planting, pruning, and harvesting crops based on the lunar calendar.
The Art of Companion Gardening
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Companion Planting Basics
Companion planting offers a holistic approach to gardening that fosters biodiversity, improves soil health, and enhances crop yields.
Growing a Medicinal Garden
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How to Grow a Medicinal Garden
We'll explore the art of growing a medicinal garden, from selecting the right plants to harvesting and using them effectively. Growing your own medicine is a powerful way to connect with nature while supporting your health and well-being.
Integrated Pest Management | IPM
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Integrated Pest Management offers a sustainable and environmentally friendly approach to pest control in the garden. By following the principles of IPM and implementing holistic pest management strategies, you can maintain healthy plants, eliminate the need for chemical pesticides and create a thriving garden ecosystem that benefits plants, wildlife our pets and our loved ones!