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Butterflies (Papilionoidea) | Butterfly Farming | Monarch (Danaus plexippus) | New Farmers | Urban Butterfly Farming
How Can I Create a Monarch Butterfly Waystation?
ByJohnny May 27, 2023August 27, 2024
A Monarch Butterfly Waystation is a designated area that provides essential resources for monarch butterflies during their migration and breeding cycles. Creating a Monarch Butterfly Waystation involves meeting certain requirements to ensure the availability of food, shelter, and breeding habitats for monarch butterflies. Here are the key elements typically needed for a Monarch Butterfly Waystation:…
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Butterfly Farming | Larval Host Plants | Milkweeds (Asclepias) | Sandhill Milkweed (Asclepias humistrata)
In Which U.S. States are Sandhill Milkweed Native?
ByJohnny May 27, 2023August 13, 2023
Sandhill Milkweed is adapted to well-drained soils and can tolerate dry conditions, making it well-suited to the sandy environments found in these southeastern states.
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Butterfly Farming | Larval Host Plants
What is a Larval Host Plant?
ByJohnny May 24, 2023June 6, 2024
A “larval host plant” refers to a plant species that serves as a food source for the larvae of certain insects or butterflies.
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Butterfly Farming | Larval Host Plants | Passionvines | Purple Passionvine (Passiflora incarnata)
Benefits of Growing Purple Passionvine (Passiflora Incarnata) in the Yard or Garden
ByJohnny May 24, 2023June 13, 2024
Growing Passiflora incarnata, or Maypop, in your yard or garden can offer several benefits from ornamental to medical.
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Butterfly Farming | Milkweeds (Asclepias)
How Can I Find My Local, Native Milkweed Species?
ByJohnny May 23, 2023June 6, 2024
It’s important to identify the species native to your region to support local biodiversity and provide the best habitat for monarch butterflies and other pollinators… one day at a time!
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Butterflies (Papilionoidea) | Butterfly Farming | Larval Host Plants | Passionvines
Maypop Purple Passionvine
ByJohnny May 23, 2023June 6, 2024
The Maypop Purple Passionvine is a delightful addition to gardens, providing both visual appeal and potential fruit harvest.
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Butterflies (Papilionoidea) | Butterfly Farming | New Farmers | Urban Butterfly Farming
What Can a City Dweller do to Help the Monarch Butterfly?
ByJohnny May 23, 2023June 6, 2024
By creating a welcoming habitat, raising awareness, and actively participating in conservation efforts, city dwellers can play a crucial role in supporting monarch butterflies and their survival.
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Butterfly Farming | Holly (Ilex) | Shelter Plants
Is Black Drink Holly a Host Plant for Butterflies?
ByJohnny May 23, 2023June 6, 2024
Several butterfly species utilize Black Drink Holly as a food source for their caterpillars
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