One of the best ways to attract butterflies is to plant a variety of nectar-rich flowers that bloom across the seasons. These ...

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A recent study showed butterfly populations decreased by 22 percent since 2000. Find out what flowers you can plant to ...

That includes butterflies spreading their lovely, colorful wings and making their way to their favorite flowers. Wouldn’t it be awesome to bring them to your garden? Here's how to build your own ...

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Nectar-rich blooms are a lifeline for butterflies. Create a summer garden for these colorful flitting pollinators by sowing ...

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What you plant — and what you avoid — in the backyard can make a difference to your local butterfly population.

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Each year the National Garden Bureau chooses plants of the year. I always look forward to which plants they pick and learning ...