Wednesday, April 3, 2013

Monarch Butterflies

Monarch Butterflies Need Our Help
The Monarch butterflies are in decline, partly due to loss of habitat and food sources. Did you know that their caterpillars must have milkweed plants for food? Many people across the U.S. are helping the Monarchs by planting native milkweed. The Xerces Society is a source of information and support.
http://www.xerces.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/ProjectMilkweed_XercesSociety.pdf
Here's where to get milkweed seeds to plant (scroll down to "Seed Sources"):
http://www.xerces.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/xerces-nrcs-california-milkweed-guide.pdf