Date: 05/03/2018

Number: 1

I just noticed the Asclepias syriaca (Common milkweed) may 3rd and it's about 5"-6" tall. I noticed the Asclepias tuberosa (Butterfly milkweed) the same day but it's only about 2" tall. I have not spotted any monarchs yet but have seen several swallowtails.
Also of interest, I have a small butterfly garden that hundreds of butterflies, including monarchs, visit each year. Their main food source is Eupatorium rugosum (Chocolate Joe-Pye Weed). They absolutely love it.

Cadet, MO

Latitude: 38 Longitude: -90.7

Observed by: Marc
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