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Recent Articles
- Two New Butterfly Studies Released
The studies, reported by the World Wildlife Fund and the Xerces Society, report both encouraging and discouraging news on butterfly populations. Eastern monarch butterfly population nearly doubles in 2025 The World Wildlife Fund reports on the eastern monarch butterfly population nearly doubled in 2025, according to a new report announced in Mexico. Study Finds That US… Read more: Two New Butterfly Studies Released - Good News on Buckthorn Control
New University of Minnesota research suggests that seeding native plants alongside invasive removal efforts may turn the tide in the battle against buckthorn. Recently published in Ecological Engineering, researchers show that heavily seeding native grasses, like Virginia wildrye, alongside buckthorn removal efforts greatly reduces the number and size of new buckthorn trying to reclaim the site.… Read more: Good News on Buckthorn Control - Monarch Butterfly Proposed for Endangered Species Act Protection
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is proposing protection for one of the nation’s most beloved species — the monarch butterfly — and is encouraging the public to be part of its recovery. The Service is seeking public input on a proposal to list the species as threatened with species-specific protections. Public comments will be… Read more: Monarch Butterfly Proposed for Endangered Species Act Protection - Goldenrod – An Important Keystone plant
Goldenrod belongs to the genus Solidago and encompasses over 100 species native to North America. Goldenrods host 104 species of caterpillars and 42 pollen-specialist bee species. The caterpillars are also important protein sources for many birds, especially for their young. Goldenrod’s nectar-rich flowers are a favorite among pollinators, including bees, butterflies, wasps and other beneficial… Read more: Goldenrod – An Important Keystone plant - Plant of the Month: Meadow Blazing Star
If you’re a fan of monarch butterflies, meadow blazing star would be a great addition to your garden.