The monarch butterfly population in the eastern United States has declined sharply — an estimated 80% loss since the 1990s. Among the factors contributing to the decline: Loss of habitat, exposure to ...

Because it is shorter, Whorled Milkweed makes a nice border plant. In late summer and early fall, the milkweed flowers die and give way to bumpy football-shaped green seed pods. Each pod contains ...

Other milkweeds such as red, swamp, showy, whorled and green are also good choices. The Xerces Society has helpful guides for selecting the best milkweed plants for your region. It’s easy to see ...