Dahoon Holly (Ilex cassine): A Native Gem with Ecological Significance
This holly variety also plays a crucial role in the life cycles of several insects, making it a noteworthy addition to any native garden.
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Botany | English | Entomology | Gardening | Horticulture | Scouting
Brewing Echinacea Tea from Purple Coneflowers: A Nod to Native American Wisdom
Here’s how to make Echinacea tea from Purple Coneflowers and a glimpse into its historical significance.
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Purple Coneflower: A Star of North American Butterfly Gardens
Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea). Beyond its obvious aesthetic appeal, the coneflower offers myriad benefits that make it an indispensable asset in any butterfly garden.
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Black Swallowtail (Papilio polyxenes) | Butterfly Farming | Carrot Family (Apiaceae) | English | Gardening | Horticulture
Rue: A Classic Staple in the Butterfly Garden
Known scientifically as Ruta graveolens, Rue is not only a visual delight but also a magnet for certain butterfly species.
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Seed Ozone Stratification: A Revolution in Horticulture by Johnny Butterflyseed
A recent breakthrough, pioneered by none other than Johnny Butterflyseed, is poised to revolutionize how we approach seed germination: “Seed Ozone Stratification.”
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Cleaning Milkweed Pods with Ozone
Johnny Butterflyseed has pioneered the use of ozone to sterilize milkweed seed pods, which can offer several advantages.
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Cleaning Milkweed Pods with Hydrogen Peroxide
Cleaning harvested milkweed seed pods with a solution like 3% hydrogen peroxide can offer several benefits, particularly if the seeds are intended for propagation or distribution.
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Activities | Botany | English | Gardening | Horticulture | Milkweeds (Asclepias) | Monarch (Danaus plexippus) | Urban Butterfly Farming
Milkweed Mass Plantings: A Monarch Festival Movement to Revitalize Habitats
Milkweed Mass Plantings are community-driven events where large tracts of land are designated for planting milkweed en masse.
