Moth vs Butterfly: How to Tell the Difference
Many people think moths are the nighttime equivalent of butterflies, but it’s not quite that simple. Learn the differences between...
Where Do Birds Go During a Storm?
Where do birds go when it storms? From blizzards to heat waves we'll show you how to protect birds, bats...
Attract Pipevine Swallowtail Butterflies to Your Garden
Want to see a pipevine swallowtail butterfly in your own garden? Try planting native pipevines host plants to draw them...
3 Butterflies That Look Like Monarchs
Look closely at your backyard butterflies! Here's how to detect the subtle differences among the three butterflies that look...
Meet the Red Admiral Butterfly and Learn How to Attract Them
Learn how to identify and attract red admiral butterflies. Find out what they eat, where they live and what host...
Cardinal Flower Attracts Butterflies and Hummingbirds
Cardinal flower is a great perennial for a butterfly garden with moist soil. Watch hummingbirds flock to this native plant’s...
Look for Zebra Swallowtail Butterflies in Southern States
Attract elegant zebra swallowtail butterflies to your yard by growing their favorite nectar plants. Also discover the host plant for...
What Gardeners Should Know About the Cabbage White Butterfly
Learn how to identify a cabbage white butterfly. Discover what they eat, where they live and how to save your...
All About Eastern Tiger Swallowtail Butterflies and Caterpillars
Find out what eastern tiger swallowtail butterflies and their caterpillars look like and the best host plants to attract them.
17 Blooming Bushes That Attract Butterflies
Attract more beautiful pollinators with these flowering bushes that attract butterflies. You'll also get easy-care vibrant color to fill your...
Plant Colorful Lantana Flowers for Butterflies
Grow lantana in butterfly gardens to attract more of these nectar lovers. Learn tips for growing lantana flowers.
Silver-Spotted Skipper Butterflies: 5 Things to Know
Learn more about silver-spotted skippers, including how to identify these butterflies and how to attract them to your backyard.
6 Fascinating Facts About Cecropia Moths
Discover everything you need to know about the cecropia moth, one of the largest and most beautiful moths in America.
Meet the Colorful Moths You Can See During Daytime
Learn more about the bright, colorful moths you can see in your backyard any time of day.
How to Identify and Attract Pearl Crescent Butterflies
See what pearl crescent butterflies and caterpillar look like, boost your butterfly identification knowledge, and learn how to attract them...
Late-Blooming Fall Flowers That Attract Butterflies
When other blooms are past their prime, looks to these fall flowers that attract butterflies to keep your garden alive...
Plant a Caterpillar Cafe in Your Butterfly Garden
Add a mix of flowering shrubs, annuals and perennials to attract hungry caterpillars to visit your butterfly garden.
16 Long-Blooming Flowers for Attracting Butterflies and Hummingbirds
Fill your garden with colorful, nectar-rich flowers that will attract butterflies and hummingbirds from summer into fall.
6 Go-To Flowers You Should Plant in Your Butterfly Garden
Readers share their favorite flowers that always attract the most butterflies to visit their gardens.
Plant a Meadow: Grow Wildflowers for Butterflies
Grow a garden filled with colorful wildflowers to attract butterflies and other pollinators from spring through fall.
Butterfly Bush Care: When Do Butterfly Bushes Bloom?
Learn when butterfly bushes bloom and how to prune and take care of a butterfly bush, plus why some varieties...
Annual and Perennial Butterfly Garden Designs
For a fun idea, plant flowers that attract butterflies in a butterfly-shaped garden bed! We’ve got two plans for butterfly...
9 Butterfly Flowers That Are Easy to Grow From Seed
Want to attract butterflies on a budget? Fill your garden with beautiful butterfly flowers from just a few dollars' worth...
8 Super Fragrant Flowers That Pollinators Love
Grow perennial powerhouses that will convince you to stop and smell the flowers. Bonus! Pollinators love them.
Attract Birds and Butterflies With Coneflowers
These easy-to-grow perennials attract plenty of pollinators and add a bright pop of color to your garden.
Add Native Plant Blazing Star to Butterfly Gardens
This native American wildflower blooms into early fall, providing nectar for late-season butterfly garden visitors.
7 Summer Nectar Flowers That Attract Butterflies
Looking for summer flowers that attract butterflies? Try these easy-to-grow choices that butterflies will love.
Quiz: How Many Butterflies Can You ID?
Take our butterfly challenge and see how many you know!
Tips for Attracting the First Spring Butterflies
Learn which butterflies appear first, what they feed on, and the best actions for supporting and attracting the first spring...