You might look to the stars or your birthstone for a personal symbol, but have you ever considered butterflies? These ...

Butterfly bush showcases vibrant, fragrant blossoms that attract a wide range of pollinators, making it a seemingly ideal choice for gardens. However, this plant is considered invasive in many regions ...

With a compact shape and abundant nectar, this shrub cultivar is the perfect plant for growing in a pot and attracting ...

They die back in the winter and return every spring. Popular sun-loving perennials include salvia, the so-called butterfly ...

Key Points Butterfly bush is invasive and can harm local ecosystems.Native plants support the full lifecycle of pollinators better than butterfly bush.Alternatives like milkweed and buttonbush are ...

New York’s energy debate is often framed as a question of transition. But for many experts, environmental advocates, labor leaders and utility officials, the more immediate issue is one of necessity.

Some plants simply don’t belong in this area, don’t provide resources for insects or birds, and they smother or crowd out ...

Adding native plants to your garden does not need to be complicated, expensive, or labor-intensive. Native plants include ...

Skip butterfly bush—these native plants attract more pollinators in your region.

"The time for gardeners to trim their roses is throughout the blooming season and should continue regularly," writes ...

Japanese Barberry and other invasive yet popularly-grown shrubs can be a bear to remove. Once you get them out (both the ...

This shrub is the perfect addition to a pollinator garden thanks to its early-season blooms, bird-attracting fruits, and easy ...