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For nine years, we have created butterfly gardens, habitats, and parks for others. No space was ours. We don't maintain such sites, therefore we have little control over what happens after we depart. Since we could afford to self-fund this garden, we decided to build a garden to create legacy of Butterfly Man of India- Isaac Kehimkar.
The 1.25 acre land in Tembhare Village (Karjat) belongs to Isaac Kehimkar; he has held it for decades. Most butterfly gardens are named after their proprietors, who were trained by Isaac Kehimkar, so it makes sense that Isaac can do the same. We intend to develop this into a tourist spot.
Gardens like this offer four functions: aesthetic, ecological, educational, and wellness.
On 15th December 2024, we hosted a Butterfly Gardening Workshop at Kehimkar’s Butterfly Garden in Karjat, with 10 participants from Karjat, Dapoli, and Mumbai. Led by Isaac Kehimkar and Dr. V. Shubhalaxmi, the workshop covered creating butterfly-friendly gardens, including learning about host plants and gardening basics. Participants gain
On 15th December 2024, we hosted a Butterfly Gardening Workshop at Kehimkar’s Butterfly Garden in Karjat, with 10 participants from Karjat, Dapoli, and Mumbai. Led by Isaac Kehimkar and Dr. V. Shubhalaxmi, the workshop covered creating butterfly-friendly gardens, including learning about host plants and gardening basics. Participants gained hands-on experience and took home 30 butterfly plant species and 4 saplings. We’re excited to see more people supporting biodiversity and look forward to our next workshop in this growing movement.
On 17th November 2024, we celebrated the grand opening of Kehimkar’s Butterfly Garden in Karjat with "Breakfast with Butterflies." Participants enjoyed a guided tour, butterfly photography, fruit-bait salads to attract butterflies like the Blue Oakleaf, and a fun quiz with lapel prizes. Face painting and live caterpillars, including Tawny
On 17th November 2024, we celebrated the grand opening of Kehimkar’s Butterfly Garden in Karjat with "Breakfast with Butterflies." Participants enjoyed a guided tour, butterfly photography, fruit-bait salads to attract butterflies like the Blue Oakleaf, and a fun quiz with lapel prizes. Face painting and live caterpillars, including Tawny Coaster and Common Rose, added to the excitement. Butterfly plants were available for sale, and each participant received a curry leaf plant. The cool weather, fluttering butterflies, and delicious breakfast made the event magical. One participant said, “It was truly magical, educational, and fun!” Stay tuned for more events!
The plantation phase is the heart of our Butterfly Garden, focusing on selecting and planting species that support various stages of the butterfly lifecycle.
By incorporating a diverse range of plants, we ensure a continuous bloom cycle, offering year-round sustenance and habitat for various butterfly species. This biodiversity not only
The plantation phase is the heart of our Butterfly Garden, focusing on selecting and planting species that support various stages of the butterfly lifecycle.
By incorporating a diverse range of plants, we ensure a continuous bloom cycle, offering year-round sustenance and habitat for various butterfly species. This biodiversity not only attracts a wide array of butterflies but also supports the overall health of the garden ecosystem.
On our inaugural Earth Day celebration at Kehimkar's Butterfly Garden, we united with student volunteers from Vijaybhoomi University to invest in our environment.
Our focus was the butterfly garden's dry stream, where we took on the invasive Mexican Poppy (A. mexicana). With dedication, students uprooted and buried these plants. Students d
On our inaugural Earth Day celebration at Kehimkar's Butterfly Garden, we united with student volunteers from Vijaybhoomi University to invest in our environment.
Our focus was the butterfly garden's dry stream, where we took on the invasive Mexican Poppy (A. mexicana). With dedication, students uprooted and buried these plants. Students didn't stop there. They built a checkdam, combating erosion, regulating water flow, and recharging groundwater.By freeing the stream from Mexican Poppy's grasp and fortifying it with a checkdam, students invest in cleaner streams.
Our team prepared the site for planting by:
This groundwork ensures our butterfly garden thrives and supports butterfly populations effectively.
On our inaugural Earth Day celebration at Kehimkar's Butterfly Garden, we united with student volunteers from Vijaybhoomi University to invest in our environment.
Our focus was the butterfly garden's dry stream, where we took on the invasive Mexican Poppy (A. mexicana). With dedication, students uprooted and buried these plants. Students d
On our inaugural Earth Day celebration at Kehimkar's Butterfly Garden, we united with student volunteers from Vijaybhoomi University to invest in our environment.
Our focus was the butterfly garden's dry stream, where we took on the invasive Mexican Poppy (A. mexicana). With dedication, students uprooted and buried these plants. Students didn't stop there. They built a checkdam, combating erosion, regulating water flow, and recharging groundwater.By freeing the stream from Mexican Poppy's grasp and fortifying it with a checkdam, students invest in cleaner streams.