Velvetleaf Milkweed (Asclepias tomentosa) is a herbaceous perennial that is found in the southeastern United States from North Carolina to Florida and in Texas. This plant is a host to three butterflies, including the Monarch…
Savannah Milkweed (Asclepias pedicellata) is a herbaceous perennial that is found in the southeastern United States from North Carolina to Florida. This plant is a host to three butterflies, including the Monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus).…
Long-leaf Milkweed (Asclepias longifolia) is a herbaceous perennial that is found in the mid-western and eastern United States and Canada, except for the northeast. This plant is a host to the Monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus)…
Red Milkweed (Asclepias rubra) is a herbaceous perennial that is found in the mid-Atlantic and southeastern United States. This plant is a host to the Monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) and Queen butterfly (Danaus gilippus). It…
Red-Ring Milkweed (Asclepias variegata) is a herbaceous perennial that is found in the mid-western and eastern United States. This plant is a host to the Monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) and Queen butterfly (Danaus gilippus). It…
Four-leaf Milkweed (Asclepias quadrifolia) is a herbaceous perennial that is found in the mid-western and eastern United States. This plant is a host to the Monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) and Queen butterfly (Danaus gilippus). It…
With its woolly, purple-tinged stems and large, hornless blooms, California Milkweed (Asclepias californica) is a standout addition to drought-tolerant gardens. Discover how to identify, grow, and care for this beautiful perennial.
Introduction to the Pearl Crescent The Pearl Crescent is found in most of North America, except for the Pacific Northwest and the martime provinces of Canada. It is a member of the family Nymphalidae and…
Introduction to the Silver-spotted Skipper The Silver-spotted Skipper is one of the most wide ranging skippers in North America. It is a member of the family Hesperiidae and is in the subfamily Pyrginae. This butterfly…