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Red ladybug on white flowers in milkweed monarch habitat
Guide to Planting Milkweed Plants: Boost Monarch Habitats
|Tammy Sons
Milkweed grows in fields and along roadsides, showing off colorful blooms that attract a variety of pollinators. Read more...
Butterfly-friendly plants
How to Create a Butterfly Garden
|Tammy Sons
Butterfly garden plants make any available outdoor space a colorful and moving place through the presence of plants. Butterfly-friendly plants support the whole process of the butterfly—they feed the butterfly... Read more...
Monarch butterfly on purple flowers near butterfly bush
How to Grow and Care for Butterfly Bush
|Tammy Sons
Good butterfly bush care will provide gardeners with beautiful pollinator gardens during summer and fall. Growing butterfly bushes is straightforward, as these tough bushes are planted in the full sun,... Read more...
Vibrant green feathery TN Nursery ground cover with yellow stems
Is TN Nursery Family Owned ?
|Tammy Sons
The question that many customers who research plant suppliers will raise is whether TN Nursery is family-owned. Learning ownership structure is important to buyers who want to enjoy trust and... Read more...
Monarch butterfly on yellow flowers in Tennessee gardens
Butterfly Plants That Thrive in Tennessee Gardens
|Tammy Sons
To design a beautiful and wildlife-friendly garden, one must begin with the selection of the butterfly plants. These are colorful, nectar-filled flowers that make the ordinary landscapes come alive as... Read more...
White plastic watering can pouring water on fast-growing young green plants
Fast Growing Plants for Home Gardens and Landscapes
|Tammy Sons
Growers and gardeners are increasingly demanding fast-growing plants that offer instant satisfaction and can thrive in a variety of growing environments. Creating new garden beds, filling landscape gaps, adding seasonal... Read more...
Vibrant orange black butterfly on purple perennial flowers
Perennials: A Garden Must-Have for Every Season
|Tammy Sons
Perennials serve as the perfect base for a no-fuss perennial garden. Simple because of their resilience to freezing temperatures, a perennial garden is an investment that pays off [...] Read more...
Vibrant orange trumpet vine cascading with green leaves in native wildlife symbiosis
Native Vines and Wildlife: A Symbiotic Relationship
|Tammy Sons
Using Native Vines That Benefit Wildlife Gardening and landscaping practices have evolved, with a growing emphasis on sustainability and wildlife conservation. One way to promote these values is by incorporating... Read more...
Vibrant Asclepias incarnata pink milkweed flowers with white centers
Asclepias Incarnata - Planting and Caring Tips
|Tammy Sons
Asclepias IncarnataAsclepias incarnata, more commonly known as swamp milkweed, is a native perennial found throughout most of the United States. According to the United States Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources... Read more...
Vibrant yellow black swallowtail butterfly on iron-tough ironweed flowers
Iron-Tough Ironweed
|Tammy Sons
Ironweed's toughness is one of its best attributes. It can handle various conditions and even thrive in places where others struggle. Its adaptability, coupled with its appeal to wildlife, makes... Read more...
Monarda Bee Balm: A Pollinator Haven
|Tammy Sons
Monarda Bee Balm, often called "bee balm," is a captivating perennial that brings vibrant color, texture, and life to any garden. As its name suggests, this plant is a haven for pollinators, particularly bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies. Beyond its ecological benefits, Monarda Bee Balm boasts fragrant, tube-like blossoms in stunning shades of red, pink, purple, and white. Read more...
Vibrant orange zinnia with yellow center and butterfly at risk of extinction
The Global Crisis of Butterfly Extinction
|Tammy Sons
The extinction of butterfly species is a poignant reminder of the delicate balance within our ecosystems, particularly highlighting the intricate interplay between fauna and flora. Butterflies, often celebrated for their... Read more...
Monarch butterfly on orange butterfly weed milkweed flowers
Butterfly Weed Care and Info
|Tammy Sons
Butterfly Weed, scientifically known as Asclepias tuberosa, is a stunning perennial plant native to North America. It belongs to the milkweed family (Asclepiadaceae) and is well-known for its vibrant orange... Read more...
Black and yellow swallowtail butterfly on red zinnia in pollinator garden
How To Create a Pollinator Garden
|Tammy Sons
Creating a pollinator garden is a beautiful way to support local ecosystems, promote biodiversity, and help sustain important pollinator species such as bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. By providing a welcoming... Read more...
Small iridescent green hummingbird perches by purple flowers attracting birds
Plants to attract bees, birds, and butterflies
|Tammy Sons
The presence of bees, birds, and butterflies can provide an additional dimension of excitement to your garden. These creatures and animals are usually drawn to plants that release pollen, nectar,... Read more...
Monarch butterfly on orange milkweed, top butterfly plant
3 Top Butterfly Plants
|Tammy Sons
The Many Advantages Of Planting Butterfly Plants Numerous environmental challenges, including habitat loss and toxins, make it challenging to be a butterfly these days. Property owners can help by planting... Read more...
Black swallowtail butterfly on purple garden flowers
Tips & Facts about Butterflies in Your Garden
|Tammy Sons
Do you enjoy the jewel-like beauty of the wings of butterflies? Do you want to lure more butterflies (both local and migratory) into your garden? Slowly watching wonderfully made butterflies... Read more...

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