Arrival of mid Autumn
With the arrival of mid Autumn our weather has changed from the warm temperatures suitable for the arial activities of the Monarch Butterfly north of the 29th latitude, much less the 32nd of the “Pinckard Monarch Butterfly Ranch’s Garden”. All of the Monarch supplies and habitats have been cleaned, sanitized, and stored for the “Off Season.” We started working on the Gardens, both the Butterfly and Pollinator. All of our “Potted Plants” are moved into the security of the garage for their overwintering, including artificial lighting, airflow, and watering. Thorough weeding and deadheading of the gardens are completed. Many of…