Ladybugs working hard around the patio
We had a pretty good-sized infestation of little orange aphids in the backyard, particularly on two of our larger narrow leaf milkweed...
Oh, the sunsets
These days the sunsets are so dramatic. And since we live higher up in the hills we are so lucky to see this show every evening. Of...
Seven monarchs released this weekend
This past weekend we released a record amount of seven monarchs. Two females emerged and were released on Saturday afternoon. Two more...
Another great event at Annie's Annuals
Annie's always have such great, informative events!
Another lovely monarch female released
We released another monarch female two days ago. She eclosed around 8.30 am but wasn't ready to be released until after 2 pm. Sometimes...
Native plants this Autumn
I always feel so honored when plants that I've been nurturing suddenly start to thrive and blossom. For example this Sidalcea malviflora...
Just hanging out with the honey bees
The honey bees were busy in so many different flowers this morning, it was such a pleasure to observe. Here is a honey bee taking a brief...
Borage plants and Bees
Borage is such a great plant. It provides nectar for pollinators all day long, replenishing its nectar every two minutes (!). I think...
Bees in the Cupcake White Cosmos
The Cosmos Cupcake White blossoms are a great attraction for bees. Not only are these very lovely blossoms, but they also provide nectar...
