A little help can go a long way towards monarch caterpillar health. Supporting the caterpillar stage of life is a big part of monarch gardening. …
Wildlife, big and small, in the garden and beyond. 🐝 Explore the Green in Real Life blog archives for posts about animals and insects. Tips, ideas, and information on sharing the garden with local wildlife, including supporting beneficial bugs and deterring unwanted garden pests.
Animals and Insects
Moving and Relocating Monarch Caterpillars
Monarchs on the move? Sometimes a little lift is required for health and safety in the garden (and beyond). Supporting the caterpillar stage of life …
Hosting Monarch Caterpillars in Your Garden
Next up in our monarch mini-series, we take a look at the caterpillar stage of monarch life. First, we’ll take a look at the basics …
Encouraging Monarch Butterfly Eggs in the Garden
Hoping for monarch butterfly eggs on your swan plants? We’ve be working to make our garden a prime place for growing the next generation of …
Creating a Monarch Friendly Home Garden
Thinking about making your garden a more monarch friendly? It’s currently prime time for monarchs in our part of New Zealand, and today kicks off …