Mebette Eckhardt, EMG enjoys fragrant lavender. It thrives in sunny, well-drained areas and attracts bees and other pollinators. It can be used to create scented sachets, providing beauty and aroma to your garden and home.
This article describes how to create a butterfly puddler to support local Lepidoptera species. It outlines simple steps and materials, emphasizing their importance in increasing the butterfly population.
(aka: GARY’S GARRULOUS GARDENING GUIDE) By Gary Crispell, NC State Extension Master GardenerSM volunteer of Durham County I reckon we have seen the last of September and quite possibly the last of the 90-degree days. So, I have mixed feelings about all that. Being a devotee of the ancient Egyptian god, Ra, I rather like … Continue reading To Do in the Garden: October 2025