The family behind myBageecha, the Kabras, have always been close to nature, with a love for flora and fauna passed on across generations. As a cherished dinnertime story goes, the grandfather of Shishir Kabra, founder and CEO, once rescued two leopard pups from a forest fire and raised them before releasing them back in the wild.No wonder that the base of myBageecha, Kuchaman house, nestled in a quiet lane in Ahmedabad, is a unique concoction of a splash of a colours, hundreds of plants, curious artefacts and a virtual menagerie of adopted dogs, birds, cats, squirrels, a fleet of fish - and the occasional friendly neighbourhood monkey.The idea for myBageecha as born when Shishir needed easy access to a wide range of plants to grow his garden further, beyond what was offered by local nurseries. When his two sons Sharad and Saumitra returned home after spending many years in the bustling concrete jungle of Mumbai, , they resonated with this need, since it was increasingly impossible to procure suitable plants for their home by travelling to nurseries which had shifted well outside the cities.The family behind myBageecha, the Kabras, have always been close to nature, with a love for flora and fauna passed on across generations. As a cherished dinnertime story goes, the grandfather of Shishir Kabra, founder and CEO, once rescued two leopard pups from a forest fire and raised them before releasing them back in the wild.No wonder that the base of myBageecha, Kuchaman house, nestled in a quiet lane in Ahmedabad, is a unique concoction of a splash of a colours, hundreds of plants, curious artefacts and a virtual menagerie of adopted dogs, birds, cats, squirrels, a fleet of fish - and the occasional friendly neighbourhood monkey.The idea for myBageecha as born when Shishir needed easy access to a wide range of plants to grow his garden further, beyond what was offered by local nurseries. When his two sons Sharad and Saumitra returned home after spending many years in the bustling concrete jungle of Mumbai, , they resonated with this need, since it was increasingly impossible to procure suitable plants for their home by travelling to nurseries which had shifted well outside the cities.The family behind myBageecha, the Kabras, have always been close to nature, with a love for flora and fauna passed on across generations. As a cherished dinnertime story goes, the grandfather of Shishir Kabra, founder and CEO, once rescued two leopard pups from a forest fire and raised them before releasing them back in the wild.No wonder that the base of myBageecha, Kuchaman house, nestled in a quiet lane in Ahmedabad, is a unique concoction of a splash of a colours, hundreds of plants, curious artefacts and a virtual menagerie of adopted dogs, birds, cats, squirrels, a fleet of fish - and the occasional friendly neighbourhood monkey.The idea for myBageecha as born when Shishir needed easy access to a wide range of plants to grow his garden further, beyond what was offered by local nurseries. When his two sons Sharad and Saumitra returned home after spending many years in the bustling concrete jungle of Mumbai, , they resonated with this need, since it was increasingly impossible to procure suitable plants for their home by travelling to nurseries which had shifted well outside the cities.The family behind myBageecha, the Kabras, have always been close to nature, with a love for flora and fauna passed on across generations. As a cherished dinnertime story goes, the grandfather of Shishir Kabra, founder and CEO, once rescued two leopard pups from a forest fire and raised them before releasing them back in the wild.No wonder that the base of myBageecha, Kuchaman house, nestled in a quiet lane in Ahmedabad, is a unique concoction of a splash of a colours, hundreds of plants, curious artefacts and a virtual menagerie of adopted dogs, birds, cats, squirrels, a fleet of fish - and the occasional friendly neighbourhood monkey.The idea for myBageecha as born when Shishir needed easy access to a wide range of plants to grow his garden further, beyond what was offered by local nurseries. When his two sons Sharad and Saumitra returned home after spending many years in the bustling concrete jungle of Mumbai, , they resonated with this need, since it was increasingly impossible to procure suitable plants for their home by travelling to nurseries which had
Add a little magic to your surroundings by opening up your garden to birds and butterflies. They are not only graceful to look at but they also play a major role in the environment by pollinating flowers and help to scatter seeds around for the growth of new life forms.
Some ways to bring them to your own garden are :
1) Go Green :
You might want to start by adding more plants to your surroundings. Adding bright flowers that provide nectar, as well as herbs such as thyme and mint, are a great attractor for both birds and butterflies. Lavenders are like magnets for butterflies with their attractive purple colour and lovely smell. Other plants which attract birds and butterflies are Marigold, Zinnia, Lily, Hibiscus, & Hydrangea to name a few. You can get plants here.
2) Provide Shelter :
Also, protect these delicate organisms from predators as well as jarring weather by providing them with shelter. Simple birdhouses can be easily made by anybody and are also readily available. This ensures that birds feel safe and rested and might make frequent visit to your gardens. You can find some beautiful birdhouses here.
3) Sun :
You might have noticed that butterflies are only seen on sunny day, this is because they feed when sunlight is present. So make sure to keep your garden nice and sunny and not to add too much of shade.
4) Food :
Birds are often in search of food and you can attract them by providing them seeds to eat. Sunflower seeds, cracked corn, millet or even crushed peanuts make great bird food. You can also install a bird feeder according to your convenience. Bird feeders are also available online here. As for butterflies, they mainly feed on the nectar from flowers as well as sap provided from trees. You can cut open pieces of fruits and leave them outside for these winged creatures to come.
5) Bird Bath :
Bird baths are a way for birds to drink water as well as get refreshed. Even a small fountain makes for a great bird bath. Just make sure that the water is easily reachable to the bird and is shallow. A small slightly flat vessel filled with room temperature water should be just the thing to attract these beautiful winged creatures. By adding a floating platform such as a wood piece you can make a resting place for the butterflies too.
6) Go Organic :
Make sure to use organic pesticides. Other pesticides can be harmful to the butterflies and birds.
