Tag: larval

Bring On The Butterflies

Posted: June 13, 2018

One late summer day as I worked in the fall vegetable garden I paused and leaned on the shovel to grab a short breather. While in this pose I noticed the constant activity of several… Read More

Category: Conservation, Home Landscapes, Wildlife

Tags: attracting butterflies, caterpillars, host plant, larva, larval, larval food, newsletter highlight

Planting for Pollinators Part III: Good Bugs/Bad Bugs

by Amanda Marek

Posted: October 2, 2017

Once you’ve identified what plants you have in your yard it’s time for the fun part. Shopping! Well, not just yet. First, assess the living conditions where your new plants will be dwelling. Is it… Read More

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes

Tags: bad, bug, bugs, florida friendly, garden, good, host, Landscaping, larval, planting, polinators

Planting for Pollinators Part II: Types of Plants

by Amanda Marek

Posted: October 2, 2017

Eastern Tiger Swallowtail caterpillar on sweetbay In Part 1 of the Planting for Pollinators post, we discussed the importance and decline of pollinators. Now, step out into your yard for a bit. If the only… Read More

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes

Tags: bats, bees, Birds, butterflies, caterpillars, FFL, florida friendly, garden, honeybees, host, Landscaping, larval, nectar, neonicotinoids, planting, pollinators