What are some of the best shade perennials that attract butterflies?
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Milkweed attracts Monarchs. Butterfly bush attracts a number of species. If there is a nature center in your area, ask the staff naturalist's advice. You can also get good information from some garden centers.
Here are some good suggestions:
http://homeguides.sfgate.com/shadetolerant-perennials-attract-birds-butterflies-46684.html
Lantana! Yellow is a favorite of butterflies! I have it around the fence at the pool and enjoy watching the butterflies from Spring to Fall.
Hello from NW OH :) Here is a link that might contain some plants you would like to try in a shaded garden to attract butterflies. How pretty that would look to see butterflies enjoying the cool shade AND beautiful flowers at the same time :) Hope this helps Meredith!
https://www.thespruce.com/butterfly-flowers-for-shade-gardens-1315908
hydrengeas
perennials or annuals for attracting butterflies need full sun.Try container planting where there is at least six hours or more of sun with Lantana,milkweed,butterfly bush,salvia,coneflowers,blackened susan coreopsis.