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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.

Cold 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…

7th 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…

Transforming 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!

Oviedo 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.

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Ditch 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,

The 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.…

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Caring 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…

Growing 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…

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NEW 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.