Gardening for Monarchs and More: From Balconies to Backyards

Gardening for Monarchs and More: From Balconies to Backyards is a self-paced course designed to help you create a thriving pollinator habitat no matter where you live—whether it’s a small balcony, community garden, or spacious backyard. In this course, you’ll gain the knowledge and skills to support monarchs and other pollinators through thoughtful, intentional gardening. You’ll explore the benefits of backyard gardening, learn about the importance of native plants, and understand how pollinators fit into local ecosystems. You’ll be guided through selecting a site, choosing native plants for your region, planning your layout, and maintaining your garden through the seasons. With real-life examples and conservation strategies, this course will build your confidence and show how small garden spaces can play a big role in supporting monarch populations and broader biodiversity.

Instructors:   MJV Staff 

Language: English

Course Type: Self-paced

Course Fee: $50

Users will be prompted to create an account in order to register for and access the course. 

If cost is a barrier to your participation and you would like to request financial support, please email learn@monarchjointventure.org.

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About This Course


Gardening for Monarchs and More: From Balconies to Backyards is a self-paced course designed to help you create a thriving pollinator habitat no matter where you live—whether it’s a small balcony, community garden, or spacious backyard. In this course, you’ll gain the knowledge and skills to support monarchs and other pollinators through thoughtful, intentional gardening. You’ll explore the benefits of backyard gardening, learn about the importance of native plants, and understand how pollinators fit into local ecosystems. You’ll be guided through selecting a site, choosing native plants for your region, planning your layout, and maintaining your garden through the seasons. With real-life examples and conservation strategies, this course will build your confidence and show how small garden spaces can play a big role in supporting monarch populations and broader biodiversity.

  • Clock hours (CEUs) can be given to educators for teacher license renewal. Just email us! Speaking of teachers... email us for a discount code.
  • If cost is a barrier and you would like to request financial support, please reach out to learn@monarchjointventure.org.

COURSE CURRICULUM

Basics of Pollinator Gardens

Planning a Pollinator-Friendly Garden

Gardening Practices and Maintenance

What Next? 

NECTAR Hub Testimonials

“The course provided a great deal of detail. I like that I can go back and review sections as I get started with the program.” 

-MLMP Course Participant

"I would recommend this course to anyone interested in Monarchs or creating a butterfly habitat garden." 

-Pamela, CA

“I recommend this course for anyone who cares about monarch butterflies. It covers all the basics you need to know including biology, habitat, prognosis, and actions you can take in an easy to listen to and understand format” 

-John, MN

 

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