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.
Milkweeds (Asclepias)
Milkweeds are absolutely required by Monarch, Queen and Soldier Butterflies!
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.
Starting Milkweed from Seed: An Essential Step Towards Biodiversity Conservation
This article delves into the significance of milkweed, the challenges with purchasing grown plants, and a guide to starting milkweed from seed.
Milkweed Pollination: The Intricate Dance
Beyond its vibrant blossoms and pivotal role in the butterfly’s life cycle, milkweed hides a remarkable and unique pollination mechanism.
Do Wasps Nectar from Milkweed Flowers?
Milkweeds (Asclepias spp.) produce nectar that attracts a variety of insects, including bees, butterflies, beetles, and wasps.
Den stora migrationen av Monark
Berättelsen om Fétillvägvisaren och hennes bön om mjölkört blev en älskad legend, en påminnelse om att varje varelse, oavsett hur liten, spelar en avgörande roll i livets väv.
Parthenogenesis
In parthenogenesis, offspring develop from unfertilized eggs.
What are the Yellow Bugs on My Milkweed Plants?
While aphids can be a nuisance, milkweed plants are usually resilient and can withstand a moderate aphid infestation.