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Ask Gardenerd: Milkweed for New York?

Posted on April 13, 2016 by Christy

A question came into Ask Gardenerd this week about milkweed plants and seeds: “Could you please recommend a reliable source to buy African milkweed? I would like to grow some in Rochester NY. Is this the correct kind for my … Continue reading →

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Native Milkweed Only, Please.

Posted on April 1, 2015 by Christy

I’ve been hearing it for awhile, especially from the native plant enthusiasts and experts among us: pull out non-native milkweeds, it’s making our Monarchs sick. What? Aren’t we supposed to be growing milkweed for Monarch butterflies, you ask. The answer … Continue reading →

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Ask Gardenerd: Pruning Back Milkweed?

Posted on September 22, 2014 by Christy

A question came into Ask Gardenerd this week that I even asked myself last year: “First year planting swamp milkweed for Monarchs – just had two butterflies exit their cocoons this morning. Had five plants this year – going big … Continue reading →

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Milkweed and Monarchs – Update

Posted on October 23, 2013 by Christy

For those following the path of the Monarch butterfly migration, and for those providing milkweed as habitat for them along the way, you’ll be pleased to know that we have had a visitor over the past month in the Gardenerd … Continue reading →

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Milkweed and Monarchs

Posted on September 17, 2013 by Christy

Perhaps the most important part of any vegetable garden is the habitat surrounding the garden itself. Having a place where good bugs can thrive can be the difference between a successful garden, or one full of pests. Milkweed plays an … Continue reading →

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