Tag: Pollinator Garden
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The Tiger Swallowtail: A Colorful Butterfly with Fascinating Traits
The Papilio glaucus, commonly known as the Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, is a large and striking butterfly native to North America. Recognizable by its yellow wings adorned with black tiger-like stripes, this butterfly is a favorite among nature lovers and gardeners alike. The Tiger Swallowtail is not only beautiful but also plays a crucial role in…
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Exploring 3 Native Species of Bee Balm: Monarda Didyma, Monarda Fistulosa, and Monarda Bradburiana
Bee balm, scientifically known as Monarda, is a genus of beautiful flowering plants native to North America. These plants are well-loved for their vibrant blooms, aromatic foliage, and ability to attract pollinators like bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Within the Monarda genus, three native species stand out: Monarda didyma, Monarda fistulosa, and Monarda bradburiana. Each has…
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Create a Hummingbird Paradise in Your Garden: Attracting Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds with Native Plants
If you’ve ever watched a hummingbird flit from flower to flower, hovering in mid-air with wings beating faster than the eye can follow, you know just how mesmerizing these tiny creatures are. One of the most incredible sights in nature is watching the iridescent glow of a ruby-throated hummingbird as it zips through your garden,…
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Fall Cleanup: Leaves & Perennials
Want to save a lot of time and work? Leave those leaves be! And the perennial stems in your garden too. Now, I know it’s considered normal to cut down all the old perennials, grasses, in your yard once they become dried up. It’s also kind of normal to rake up all the leaves in…