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Havens For Beneficial Bugs

Posted on August 30, 2021 by Ann Lovejoy
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Bees are beautiful Nurturing pollinators yard by yard Despite dire daily news about climate change and ecological destruction, I’m heartened to observe increasing interest in protecting and nurturing pollinators. Cute, fuzzy honeybees still get the most media attention, but there’s … Continue reading →

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From Monoculture To Pollinator Picnic

Posted on August 23, 2021 by Ann Lovejoy
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Bees adore oregano Transforming Lawns Into Lunch I’ve written a fair amount about how trading monoculture lawns for pollinator patches can fight climate change, help the environment, save water, and bring your yard to life, but there’s always more to … Continue reading →

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Natural Controls For Cabbage Whites

Posted on August 16, 2021 by Ann Lovejoy
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Fun craft project with kiddos Of Kale And Cabbage Butterflies Cabbage Whites, Cabbage Moths, Cabbageworm, all are names for the very common (yet introduced) Cabbage White Butterfly (Pieris rapae). Under two inches wide, white or cream with distinctive black dots … Continue reading →

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The Magic Of Mulch & Patience

Posted on June 21, 2021 by Ann Lovejoy
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Let nature work in peace and prepare to be amazed Nature’s Healing Takes Time Every Friday for over twenty years, I’ve worked with a band of vigorous volunteers to plant and maintain the extensive grounds at our local public library. … Continue reading →

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