What are the best host plants for attracting specific butterfly species?
As I delve deeper into creating a butterfly garden, I'm curious about the role of host plants in attracting specific butterfly species. While I’ve had some success with milkweed for monarchs and parsley for swallowtails, I want to broaden my knowledge. My goal is to foster a rich biodiversity in my garden, particularly for local species. I live in a climate that can be harsh in winter, so I'm wondering which host plants are resilient and will thrive here. I've looked up a few online resources, but I'd love to hear from fellow gardeners about their experiences. What host plants have you found to be most effective, and how can I incorporate them into my existing native plant landscape?