Science and nature kits

Live butterfly garden

Witness the amazing lifecycle of butterflies as they grow as caterpillars, turn into chrysalises and emerge as beautiful painted lady butterflies.

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Live butterfly garden

£ 20.00

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Send off for caterpillar larvae and food with the enclosed certificate, and watch them grow inside this easy to use, pop-up garden net! The garden can hang from a string or sit on a table and is reusable. You can even add your own flowers for a more realistic garden. The pack includes a feeding pipette and instruction guide with loads of butterfly facts and advice.

The painted lady is a native species to the UK. It is a highly migratory butterfly and is found throughout the UK, sometimes in huge numbers, depending on season. This product has also been endorsed by Butterfly Conservation.

Please note, caterpillars are only available between 15 February - 15 September and a small post & packing fee applies for caterpillars and food to be sent

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