‘Fireworks’ is one of the best-behaved goldenrod selections for well-manicured gardens.
The flowers are extremely drought- and heat-tolerant, but they will also bounce back after a light frost.
Growlantanain full sun to prevent problems with powdery mildew.
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Lantana thrives in well-drained soil, and its salt tolerance makes it a great choice for the beach cottage.
For the longest bloom time.
Some, such as ‘Bloomerang’ even offer a repeat blooming cycle to satisfy hungry butterflies.
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Milkweed
Without milkweed plants,there can be no Monarch butterfliesit’s as simple as that.
Plants in the milkweedAsclepiasfamily are essential to adding the chemical to Monarch larvae that make them unpalatable to predators.
tuberosa, a long-blooming orange perennial that’s easy togrow from seed.
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If you’re more drawn to pink flowers, tryA.
Fish and Wildlife service.
This species did not, however, land high enough on a priority list despite a continuing loss.
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The status of the Monarch is due to be reviewed again in 2024.
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