The Versatile Black Drink Holly (Ilex nigrempotum): A Blessing from Nature
Revered by Native American tribes for its multitude of uses and unique properties, this plant stands as a testament to the vast potential of our natural world.
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The Purple Coneflower: A Gift to North American Butterfly Gardens and More
Beyond its magnificent beauty, this perennial powerhouse serves as an alluring attraction for butterflies, a medicinal treasure trove, and a source for nourishing herbal tea.
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Do Deer Eat Milkweed?
Deer are known to be quite adaptable in their feeding habits and can consume a wide variety of plants. However, they generally avoid Milkweed due to its bitter taste and the plant’s natural defense mechanism. Milkweed contains cardiac glycosides, which are toxic compounds that can be harmful if consumed in large quantities. Many animals, including…
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Entomology | Gardening | Horticulture | Larval Host Plants | Nectar Plants | New Farmers | Urban Butterfly Farming
What Flowers Attract Butterflies?
Butterflies are attracted to a wide range of flowers, with the best options often being those that provide plenty of nectar.
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Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta) | Botany | Butterfly Farming | Fairy Tales | Gardening | Horticulture | Nectar Plants
Black-Eyed Susan: A Queen Among Flowers
Consider inviting Queen Black-Eyed Susan to reside. In return, she’ll bring along the magical spectacle of a butterfly ballet, a joy to behold… one day at a time.
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Plant Friendliness Score -or- The Weed Deweeder
With the Plant Friendliness Score, making informed, beneficial decisions about your green space has never been easier!
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The Zinnia: A Vibrant Attractor in North American Butterfly Gardens
In addition to being a nectar source, Zinnias can serve as a food plant for the caterpillars of several moth species.
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Butterfly Friendly Plants of the California Chaparral
California’s chaparral is a unique ecosystem, characterized by hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters, that is home to a variety of plants that butterflies find irresistible.
