Also known as tropical milkweed, these brilliant red and yellow blossoms explode with color in their first growing season. Although this species is a member of the Milkweed family, recent studies have shown that it actually may be detrimental to the Monarch Butterfly, especially in southern clim...
Matt discusses which of our marginal bog plants will bring these little jewels to your garden. Cardinal Flower, Milkweed, and Monkey flowers are just a few reccomendations! Remember bright tubular shaped flowers are what these creatures need to drink. Have you heard of firecracker plant? Cardi...