Avens, also called geum, have striking, small flowers in brilliant colors ranging from orange to yellow and red. These ...

Another of my favorite native perennials is Stoke’s aster, which adds long-lasting color to sunny beds and borders. It grows ...

Butterflies will visit lots of flowers, but there are a select few that specifically attract them. Learn which ones to plant ...

butterfly-like flowers float above the foliage in pink and white. It’s a low-maintenance perennial that thrives in full sun and poor soil. If you like a wild, whimsical feel in the garden ...

“The perennial bachelor button has a unique, striking bloom, making it a standout in any wildflower or cottage garden,” Janney says. This colorful perennial does best with well-draining soil and ...

Coneflowers (Echinacea spp.) are a staple in butterfly gardens due to their long-lasting blooms and ease of care. These perennials prefer full sun and well-drained soil. They are drought-tolerant ...

Q: I’d like to create a butterfly garden ... Trees, shrubs, vines, and perennials that tend to be suitable for the average garden conditions and provide caterpillar food include: pawpaw ...

Stansel is a founding member of the The Douglas County Butterfly ... where there is full sun. Till the soil and add compost. Create a design based on the shape of your garden, with taller plants ...