Stories tagged "butterflies"

The Butterfly Garden is actually one of my favorite toys of all time. I studied entomology for several years, so when I got the chance to introduce live insects to my kids I jumped at the chance. They were afraid of “bugs”, but butterflies are pretty

When flirting with butterfly gardening, it is good to know a little bit more about these small and beautiful animals you want to attract to your backyard.

Once again I have been graced by the visit of another beautiful swallowtail butterfly. As I mentioned in a post a few weeks ago, we haven’t had many butterflies this year, but the few that we have had have been large swallowtails.

Simply put butterfly gardening is the art of growing flowers and plants that will draw in these colorful and nice animals to your garden. Please your family and visitors with beautiful butterflies, but make sure to create a safe home ground for them.

Wedding butterflies are discussed as popular choices for not only nuptials, but also for Bar Mitzvahs, Quinceaneras, and birthdays as well.

The adage that your enemies know your weaknesses best is especially true in the case of plants and predators that have co-evolved: As the predators evolve new strategies for attack, plants counter with their own unique defenses.

Bored on a Saturday in Columbus? Franklin Park Conservatory is a fun, affordable way to spend time with the one you love, or just to get away from it all!

Having a beautiful backyard to enjoy and relax in isn't just about plants, flowers and nice grass. For me, it includes birds, butterflies, dragonflies and even bats.

Los Angeles designer Claire Pettibone launches a new daywear collection of exclusive print panties, camis and slips called Butterflies by Claire Pettibone.

From coast to coast, dozens of U.S. butterflies are in trouble, inspiring a host of efforts to protect the beloved insects.