Posts by Caleb Lukas
8th Annual Christmas Charity Benefit
Lukas Nursery & Butterfly Encounter is proud to host its eighth annual Christmas Charity Benefit, supporting charities in Central Florida. One hundred percent of the net proceeds from all Christmas Tree sales in 2018 will be donated to Brighter Lipstick, Bigger Earrings, Inc. , HOPE Helps, Inc. , and Redeeming Life Outreach Ministries, Inc.…
Read MoreCold Damage in Your Lawn and Landscape?
Lawn Care Tip Now that the cold is gone, you will start to see the damage that’s been done to your St. Augustine or Zoysia lawn. Pictured is an example of how frost and freezing temperatures can knock back a healthy, lush green St. Augustine lawn. Here’s what you need to do to help your…
Read More7th Annual Christmas Charity Benefit
Lukas Nursery & Butterfly Encounter is proud to host its seventh annual Christmas Charity Benefit, supporting charities in Central Florida. One hundred percent of the net proceeds from all Christmas Tree and Poinsettias sales in 2017 will be donated to Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida , Brighter Lipstick, Bigger Earrings, Inc. , HOPE…
Read MoreTransforming Your Yard with Pottery
Many Americans don’t have a spacious enough backyard to accommodate their dream garden. Whether they’re vegetables or flowers, plant life can take up a significant percentage of your outdoor space, potentially crowding or cluttering what little you may have. Keep the grass you have intact or lighten up your drab apartment balcony with planting pots!
Read MoreOviedo Weekend Activities for the Kids
The weekends are the perfect time for children and their families to reinforce the past week’s school lessons and explore activities in and around their home town. Whether you prefer indoor or outdoor educational fun, there are many things happening this weekend for kids in Oviedo and the surrounding Central Florida area.
Read MoreDitch the Lawn Mower: Unique Lawn Alternatives
During the summer, the last thing you want to do is go outside to mow your lawn for an hour or two in the blistering heat. That’s time you could have spent actually enjoying it instead! If you find yourself dreading the yard chores,
Read MoreThe Significance of Releasing Butterflies at a Special Event
Weddings, birthdays, graduations and even funerals are important milestones that mark a new chapter in a person’s life. Often, these major events are commemorated with a get-together, food and perhaps photos to document the occasion. However, as time goes by, you may find yourself doing, saying and taking pictures of all the same things.…
Read MoreCaring For Your Lawn During the Summer
Summer means you can enjoy your favorite activities outdoors again. From hiking to playing in the yard with your family, the warmth and sunlight of the season are the perfect accompaniment for outdoor fun. With the heat and prolonged sun exposure, however, come the responsibilities of yard care. Summer is the perfect time to get…
Read MoreGrowing Plants in the Florida Summer
With the stifling heat and humidity, a Florida summer doesn’t seem like the most inviting season to plant and cultivate a flourishing garden. Fortunately, there are some species of plant that actually flourish in our climate and soil. Choose from some of these vegetables, herbs and flowers to create a beautiful summer garden you’re sure…
Read MoreNEW Spring Arrivals
Giant Pool Floats, Micro Fairy Gardens, Gourmet Teas, Honey and more – the Butterfly Encounter Gift Shop is bursting with new arrivals for spring! See some of our favorites, here.
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