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Friday, August 17, 2018

CATERPILLARS AT THE ARBORETUM

Photo by M. Shugart

This caterpillar was spotted munching on the Bronze Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) growing in the Butterfly Garden. They can eat quite a bit and also enjoy parsley and dill. Not to worry, though. The plants usually grow out again. You may want to plant a few extra next time! What will this one become?
Click here to follow its life cycle:

SWALLOWTAILS

If you want to attract more varieties, check out this publication:

BUTTERFLIES IN YOUR BACKYARD

ARBORETUM MISSION

FRIENDS OF THE PITT COUNTY ARBORETUM

To help support and expand our beautiful Arboretum and to strengthen our teaching, demonstration, and outreach programs, become a Friend of the Arboretum. Started in 2002, the nonprofit Friends organization plays a critical role in preserving and perpetuating an important local cultural resource. The Arboretum depends on memberships and gifts for our operating expenses. Friends enjoy many benefits including early admittance to our annual plant sale, discount ticket price for our January Speaker Event, access to our horticultural library, and discounts at local gardening shops. Call 252-902-1709 for an application.