Comprehensive Curriculum

Gain the skills and knowledge needed to create captivating butterfly gardens that will impress your landscape clients and boost your revenue

4 CEH Accreditation

Earn 4 Continuing Education Hours (CEH) accredited by the Oregon Landscape Contractors Board (OLCB) to meet their license requirements

Practical Expertise

Learn practical techniques and insider tips to create thriving butterfly habitats that enhance the beauty and function of your landscape

About the Course

Welcome to the Butterfly Garden Design & Build Online Course! Are you a landscape contractor looking to elevate your business and delight your clients with stunning butterfly gardens? This course is tailored for professionals like you who want to master the art of designing and building butterfly-friendly landscapes in the unique Pacific Northwest environment. Join us to unlock the secrets of creating beautiful and profitable butterfly gardens that will set you apart in the industry. Ready to transform your landscape business? Enroll now and take the first step towards becoming an expert.

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Hello butterfly garden enthusiasts!  I'm Noah Guadagni, a licensed landscape contractor and your guide on this exciting journey. With years of experience in the landscaping industry, I understand the challenges and opportunities that come with creating beautiful, functional, and meaningful outdoor spaces. I'm thrilled to share my knowledge and expertise with you, helping you unlock the potential of butterfly gardens and elevate your business to new heights. Let's embark on this learning adventure together!

Course Curriculum

13 Chapters · 52 Lessons

  1. 1

    Introduction : Benefits of Butterfly Gardens

    1. Why Butterfly Gardens Matter Free preview
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      Environmental & Ecological Benefits

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      Benefits for Property Owners & Communities

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      Professional Benefits for Landscape Contractors

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      What This Course Will Prepare You to Do

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      Introduction Quiz

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    Chapter 1 : Butterfly Gardening Foundations

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      Butterfly Life Cycle & Habitat Needs

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      Host Plants vs. Nectar Plants

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      Practices That Harm Butterflies

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      Chapter 1 Quiz

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    Chapter 2: Why Native Plants Matter

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      Native Plants & Local Adaptation

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      Structural Diversity in the Landscape

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      Species Diversity & Bloom Timing

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      Chapter 2 : Quiz

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    Chapter 3 : Key Native Plant Families for Butterflies

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      The Sunflower Family (Asteraceae)

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      Milkweeds & Monarch Butterflies

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      Legumes, Mints & Carrot Family Plants

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      Chapter 3 : Quiz

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    Chapter 4 : Trees & Shrubs as Butterfly Habitat

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      Why Trees and Shrubs Matter

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      Willows, Oaks & Alders

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      Native Shrubs for Butterflies

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      Where NOT to Plant Certain Species

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      Chapter 4 Quiz

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    Chapter 5 : Designing for Seasonal Bloom

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      Why Continuous Bloom Matters

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      Using a Blooming Timetable

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      Blooming Timetable

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      Top 20 Native Butterfly and Host Nectar Plants

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      Filling Early and Late Season Gaps

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      Chapter 5 Quiz

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    Chapter 6 : Site Conditions & Plant Selection

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      Matching Plants to Soil Moisture

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      Sun vs. Shade Considerations

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      Plant Selection for Real Landscapes

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      Designing for Longevity

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      Chapter 6 Quiz

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    Chapter 7: Installation, Maintenance & Management

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      Installation Best Practices for Butterfly Gardens

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      Maintenance Expectations Over Time

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      Managing Aggressive or “Weedy” Natives

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      Avoiding Common Mistakes

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      Chapter 7 Quiz

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    Chapter 8: Selling Butterfly Gardens to Clients

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      Explaining Butterfly Gardens to Clients

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      Selling the Value of Butterfly Gardens

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    Chapter 9: Creating a Butterfly Muddle (Puddling Station)

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      Why Butterflies Puddle

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      Natural Muddle Example - Metolius River

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      Constructed Muddle Example - Residential Garden

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    Chapter 10 : Course Review

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      Course Review & Key Principles

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    Chapter 11 : Final Project and Certification

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      Butterfly Garden Project Guide (CLICK DOWNLOAD BUTTON HERE --->)

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      Plant List by Layer (CLICK DOWNLOAD BUTTON HERE --->)

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      PNW Butterfly Plant Guide (CLICK DOWNLOAD BUTTON HERE --->)

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      Plant List By Moisture Zone (CLICK DOWNLOAD BUTTON HERE --->)

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      Butterfly Garden Cost Estimate Template (CLICK DOWNLOAD BUTTON HERE --->)

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      Butterfly Garden Contractor Calculator.xlsx

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    Thank You!

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      Feedback

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