Botany Butterfly Farming Larval Host Plants Nectar Plants

Top 10 Plants for Butterfly Gardens of North America

1. Milkweed (Asclepias)

Milkweed plant is absolutely critical for Monarch Butterflies (Danaus plexippus) as it serves as the Larval Host Plant for their caterpillars. If Danaus Plexippus (Monarch Butterfly) is King of the Butterflies, then Asclepias (Milkweed) the King of the Butterfly Garden Plants.

Remember to provide a mix of plants that bloom at different times throughout the year to ensure a continuous food source for butterflies. Additionally, consider incorporating host plants that caterpillars can feed on, as well as plants that provide shelter and water sources to create a thriving butterfly habitat. This way you will attract as many butterflies as possible… one day at a time!

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