December of 2001, the Garden Club of Stuart initiated a new Garden Therapy program at Advocates for the Rights of the Challenged (ARC). The adults who will be participating in this program need guidance in their everyday learning. Our goal is to have them plan, plant and maintain the butterfly garden. In addition to caring for a garden, they will enjoy visits from the many butterflies we attract.

The ARC Garden Therapy Educational Exhibit was awarded First Place in our 'Victorian Summer' Flower Show

Garden Therapy and Butterfly Gardening

	Consumers took a trip to the nursery and picked out plants for the butterfly garden and helped prepare the garden by pulling weeds and grass in the planting area.
Our garden continues to grow and attract butterflies.
	Nectar and host plants
	Consumers watching the release of butterflies brought to the garden by a Club member.

Consumers enjoy working on garden crafts!

Painting of Wood Butterflies for Garden



Group picture for placement in Garden Frame and Client working on Craft