Bringing the world to your doorstep
I planted a garden and changed the entire ecosystem of my very small yard. It went from grass, gnats and mosquitoes to flowers, vegetables, gold finch, butterflies, bees and more. It’s an amazing transformation that you can watch from your own home.
I think butterflies are one of the most amazing animals on Earth. And you can raise them right in your own backyard. Plant milkweed, watch tiny striped caterpillars grow, and witness the miraculous transformation from chrysalis to butterfly. Along the way, you’ll explore big questions about migration, instinct, and nature’s hidden mysteries. You might even find one in yourself.
What happens when you turn a patch of grass into a tiny wild world? In this Backyard Adventure, a simple change invites butterflies, birds, and all kinds of surprising creatures to move in—and shows how even the smallest yard can become its own ecosystem.
Collect your own rainwater with this simple setup. Not only is it free, but rainwater contains its own natural fertilizers.
What better way to have a backyard adventure than to grow a garden? We recommend you start with a potted plant like basil.
Your adventure, should you choose to accept it, is to build your own compost bin at home. This is a great way to recycle your scraps and reduce your eco-footprint.