That explains why shrubby buddleias are better known as “butterfly bushes.” They’ve also been known as “bombsite bushes,” because they were known to thrive in the rubble of war-torn ...

"You want to have plants the babies feed on. Those are host plants." Like many other butterfly offerings, Smith's primary host plant recommendation is native to Mississippi. Plant plenty of ...

The woolly butterfly bush (Buddleia marrubiifolia) is a near-native from the neighboring Chihuahuan desert. It’s a great pollinator plant, has attractive grey-green leaves and bright orange ...

The Missouri Black-Eyed Susan, the Little Bluestem, and, of course, the Butterfly Milkweed—these are all native plants ...

Your Butterfly Pea (Clitoria ternatea ... First, wash the pests off your plants using a jet of water. You may need to apply ...

I cannot reply to all of you, but promise to do what I can. Q. Two years ago, my very big butterfly bush appeared dead, but it finally poked up one little sprig among the dead branches.

The festival includes a native plant sale, where gardeners can find butterfly-enticing host and nectar plants. There will ...

Even small gardens in built-up areas can support a great variety of butterflies if they contain the right plants. In the heart of London, the Museum's Wildlife Garden has recorded 23 species of ...