Not only is is this the first week of summer, it's also National Pollinator Week (which definitely deserves celebrating), so cheers to the pollinators! After all, without them, we wouldn't have our beautiful gardens, and so much more!
There are many plants you can grow that attract butterflies. But did you know that milkweed is the one plant that monarch butterflies will lay their eggs on because it is the only plant that monarch caterpillars feed on? Learn more about milkweed and how you can grow this most important plant for monarchs.
You can play a supporting role in reviving the pollinator population with these 10 perennials that attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects. You’ll also get 5 great tips on how you (yes, you!) can start a pollinator garden. Even if it's just one container—every flower counts!
How is your garden connected to the place surrounding you? In this new book by lifelong gardener Bill Noble, you'll get insights into how to connect to your garden in new ways, plus you'll see Noble's stunning garden in New England. Order a copy and see more gardening books in our bookstore.
Bonus: To celebrate this book's recent release, we're giving away 2 copies! Simply click here to share this newsletter with a friend and you'll be entered to win.
Have a seat and let's enjoy this lakefront meadow garden! Read more about this meadow that includes pollinator favorites bee balm, oxeye sunflower, purple coneflower, and more, and replaced what was once a large area of turf. Photo by Saxon Holt.
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Learn more about pollinators and what you can do to support bees, butterflies, and other important contributors. One thing you can do right now is forward this newsletter to a friend to help spread the word! And as a bonus, you'll be entered to win The Spirit of Place, featured above.
Here's to summer!
-Linda
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