Milkweed (Asclepias spp.) A top choice for attracting monarch butterflies, milkweed serves as a food source for caterpillars and nectar for adult butterflies.
Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea) With its bright, daisy-like flowers, coneflowers attract a variety of butterflies, including swallowtails, skippers, and painted ladies.
Butterfly Bush (Buddleja davidii) This shrub is a butterfly magnet, producing fragrant, nectar-rich flowers that draw many species of butterflies, particularly during the summer months.
Lantana (Lantana camara) Known for its vibrant colors, lantana produces clusters of tiny, nectar-filled blooms that are irresistible to butterflies like skippers and sulphurs.
Zinnias (Zinnia spp.) Zinnias offer a wide variety of bright colors and are a favorite among butterflies like painted ladies, monarchs, and skippers.
Lavender (Lavandula spp.) Its fragrant purple flowers attract not only butterflies but also bees, making it a great addition to any butterfly-friendly garden.
Black-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta) These cheerful, yellow flowers are a staple for butterfly gardens, offering abundant nectar for various butterfly species, especially fritillaries.