Order refills for any Butterfly Garden, or if you need additional caterpillars.
Choose to receive the LIVE option by picking a send out /dispatch date from the calendar or choose a paper VOUCHER version for a gift, or if you don't yet know when you would like to start the project (when redeemed, the postage for the LIVE refill only is included).
This product is a REFILL and includes a clear cup with caterpillars and food ONLY. Be sure to provide a habitat in which your butterflies will emerge, or purchase one of our Butterly Kits that include everything you need!
The LIVE refill caterpillar set includes:
Cup of 3-5 LIVE caterpillars with all the nutritious food they need to grow into lovable Painted Lady butterflies
Caterpillar Quick Guide - this is a brief overview to get you started. For in-depth instructions regarding caterpillar and butterfly care please see our Live Butterfly Garden Instructions
Chrysalis station - for transferring the chrysalis into the habitat
Insect Lore sugar packet to make your very own butterfly nectar
Caterpillars sent March to mid-September only
Ages 4+
Price: €13.54 ex VAT
Need help with your Caterpillar to Butterfly Process? - Watch these informative videos
Review by Lauriella B. on 16 Dec 2021review stating We loved it and so
We loved it and so enjoyed releasing the 3 butterflies that hatched on a sunny, calm day back in August I think. I have recommended it to members of the family. Photos were taken but not sure on whose phone! Thank you.
Q: If I ordered this today would it arrive by wednesday the 30th July? Many thanks
Insect Lore Europe
07/25/25
A: Hello,
Our next available dispatch date is the 29th July. You would need to choose our next day delivery service for them to arrive on the 30th.
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Donna
Verified Reviewer
08/08/23
Q: Hi there Can you please confirm how long the delivery takes? We are on holiday until 3rd Sep but want them to arrive on our return so we don’t leave it too late and miss out! Many thanks
Insect Lore Europe
08/09/23
A: Hello,
Delivery to UK Mainland addresses is 1-3 working days. Ordering for dispatch on the 1st September, means they should arrive the 4th or 5th September.
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Lisa
Verified Reviewer
05/30/23
Q: What is the last day for delivery in 2023?
Thanks
Insect Lore Europe
05/31/23
A: Hello Lisa,
The last dispatch of caterpillas in 2023 will be the 12th September
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Victoria
Verified Reviewer
05/27/23
Q: How long does the whole process take?
Insect Lore Europe
05/31/23
A: Hello,
Depending on the weather the process will take 3-5 weeks.
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Eve
Verified Reviewer
05/23/23
Q: Hi, I work in a school, and would like the caterpillars for Monday 5th June, I am happy for them to arrive in half term as there will be someone on site, but do they need any looking after for the first few days after arrival?
Insect Lore Europe
05/23/23
A: Hello,
The caterpillars will need to be taken in on delivery as they cannot be left outside. Other than this they are left in the cup for the first 1-2 weeks and will not need anything during this period.
Our next available dispatch date is the 29th July. You would need to choose our next day delivery service for them to arrive on the 30th.