Our Mission
To inspire the development and conservation of pollinator habitats through demonstration gardens, education, consulting, and outreach programs. Penn State Extension Master Gardeners of the Snetsinger Butterfly Garden work to educate the public about the importance of pollinators and their habitat needs as critical components of many ecosystems.
The SBG Wants YOU!
Interested in learning more about gardening for pollinators?
Looking to connect with like-minded members of our community?
Whether you’re a student, retiree, or somewhere in between, you can help us grow our habitat by volunteering in our demonstration gardens. Many hands make light work! Groups are also welcome. If you’re interested, contact us at info@snetsingerbutterflygarden.org
Congratulations to the Cast and Crew of POLLINATORS! The Musical!
At the end of August, POLLINATORS! The Musical was honored to accept second place, Innovative Projects, in the David Gibby Search for Excellence awards at the (virtual) International Master Gardener Conference in Texas. This engaging and educational musical puppet show is just another example of the SBG’s commitment to creative outreach programming. Plans are in the works to bring the show to an even wider audience–stay tuned!
Notes from the Habitat
Can’t Let Go
Although autumn leaves have mostly fallen by this time of year, you may have noticed that a few are still hanging on–especially on our native…
Give Thanks for Pollinators
Love pumpkin pie? Thank a squash bee! Our native cucurbits, pumpkin and squash, rely on native squash bees for pollination. Ground-nesting, solitary squash bees (two…
Autumn Display
Not to be confused with its more well-known cousin, St John’s wort, shrubby St John’s wort (Hypericum prolificum) is one of over 400 species of…
Podcast: Pollinator Confidential
Join hosts Lisa and Pam as they uncover the untold stories of native plants… and the pollinators that love them. Special guests shed new light on what’s really going on in the pollinator garden.
From wasps to woolly bears and from trees to bees, you’re bound to learn something new!
Explore the directory
Search our directory of birds, plants, butterflies and bees that call the Snetsinger Butterfly Garden home.
Build Your Own Pollinator Garden
Learn How to Plant for Pollinators
Learn the best tips and tricks for attracting pollinators to your own private garden.
Certify your Pollinator Garden
Once you’ve done the work, let your garden be recognized as valuable pollinator habitat.
Become a Master Gardener
Love to garden? Make new connections and benefit the community by joining the Master Gardener program.
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