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Portal Habitat Design
by  Joan Muhkerjee

OBJECTIVE: Mini-habitats which enhance entryways to ranches, homes, and businesses, often serving as a frame for signage.
 
These habitats usually require plants which thrive in full sun, look nice throughout the year and require little maintenance and little or no supplemental water. (However to be an habitat there must be a source of water accessible for wildlife.)

They will be viewed from a distance so they need to be eye catching with nice shapes and masses of color. I am suggesting small trees, bushes, clumps of larger plants and and beds of colorful bloomers.

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Monarch on Liatris
© Kilfeather Photos

Hill Country Butterfly Garden
by Jane Brunclik

May the wings of the butterfly kiss the sun
And find your shoulder to light on,
To bring you luck, happiness and riches
Today, tomorrow and beyond. ~Irish Blessing

David and Cynthia Castleberry have created a nature preserve where photographers can capture the beauty of the flora and fauna of the Texas Hill Country.

This butterfly garden was designed for
Peaceful Springs Nature Preserve as backdrop for visiting photographers as well as a wildlife habitat to be enjoyed by the Castleberrys.

You'll find design tips, butterfly and plant lists on the following pages. Get started here.