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Forum: Hummingbird and Butterfly GardeningReplies: 6, Views: 53
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tabasco
Cincinnati (Anderson, OH
(Zone 6a)

May 11, 2008
4:47 PM

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Hi, Lepidoptera lovers!

(As I explained in another post today,) I'm improving my butterfly garden with additional host plants. I have a few hollyhocks and sunflowers in the yard for the 'American Lady' butteflies, but I am wondering which host plant you provide for Vanessa virginiensis and if you get lots of these butterflies into your garden?

I am particulary interested in the Artemisias used as host plants. (I purchased some 'Dusty Miller' to use as a host plant, but now I am wondering if it is indeed an 'artemisia'?)

Any good tips would be appreciated! Thanks. t.

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