In 2023, more than 16,000 butterflies were counted at one local grove. The most recent count was a tiny fraction of that.

Painted lady butterflies are world travelers. The ones we encounter in Europe fly from Africa to Sweden, ultimately returning ...

Jamison and Walker tells Parade Home and Garden that the most common flowers in spring are usually tulips, daffodils, ...

Sometimes, nature's surprises come with wings. In a new study, scientists have pulled from a 35-year dataset to examine ...

Are monarch butterflies endangered? Monarch population numbers are falling and it's clear that these butterflies need our ...

Thinking of starting a pollinator garden? Experts suggest growing a variety of native plants that provide year-round nectar and pollen to butterflies, moths, bees, wasps and hummingbirds. It’s best to ...

You might spot brimstone butterflies emerging from hibernation as early as February. Find out more about them and which ...

As the day heats up, cool down with a glass of butterfly pea flower iced tea. Brew, and then let it chill for an hour. Pour over ice, and sweeten with honey or agave syrup to taste. For an extra touch ...

We know small populations are especially vulnerable to environmental fluctuations, and we think that’s what happened this ...

Keystone plants and trees like the Coast Live Oak and California lilac are key players in the health of your garden.

Cottage gardens have a timeless appeal, and even more so in 2025 with the trend towards an informal, lived-in look. Here’s how to move away from pristine, clipped gardens to more romantic ones ...