Maryland Grows
Archives
Invite butterflies to your garden
Raise your hand if you love butterflies. Wow, that’s a lot of hands. It’s hard to resist the fluttering appeal of butterflies with their delicate wings, zig-zag flight and graceful presence in our gardens. So, why resist? Revel in butterflies’ visits…
Read MoreMonarchs and Milkweed – The Garden Thyme Podcast
In this month’s episode, we are chatting about the marvelous relationship between monarch butterflies and milkweed. Undoubtedly, there is no other butterfly so easily recognized with its orange and black wings fringed with white spots. Their seasonal flight from Mexico through the United States towards Canada is long anticipated for gardeners.
Read MoreNative insects munching on milkweed – Featured Videos
Take a look at these two videos from Harford County Master Gardeners full of information about the native monarch caterpillars and tussock moths that feed on native milkweed plants.
Read MoreMonarch Tag and Release Workshops in Baltimore County
The University of Maryland Extension (UME) Master Gardener Program of Baltimore County is providing free workshops for the public to learn about monarch butterflies and take part in ongoing research to help this species survive and thrive. Attend an upcoming…
Read MoreWe help Maryland residents grow! Learn timely tips to manage your lawn, ornamental plants, and food gardens, with advice from University of Maryland experts and certified horticulturists.
Click below to send us your questions:
