Tag: gardening
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Swamp Milkweed Growing Guide: Tips for a Thriving Garden and Monarch Habitat in Maryland
Swamp milkweed (Asclepias incarnata) is a beautiful, native plant to Maryland that not only adds stunning color to your garden but also plays a crucial role in supporting local wildlife, especially monarch butterflies. Monarch butterflies are in serious trouble, and they need our help! Their populations have dropped drastically in recent years, and it’s honestly…
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A Guide to Raising & Protecting Monarch Caterpillars
Raising monarch caterpillars is such a rewarding experience! Watching them grow from tiny eggs into beautiful butterflies is like witnessing a little miracle unfold right in your own backyard. Plus, it’s a fun and educational activity for kids—they get to see nature up close and learn about the butterfly life cycle firsthand. But these little…
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How to Harvest and Manage Swamp Milkweed Seeds in Your Garden
Swamp milkweed is one of those plants that keeps on giving, especially when it comes to its beautiful seed pods. Watching them go from green and tight to brown and bursting open is such a fun part of the season. Not only do the pods add some visual interest to your garden in late summer…
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