No pre-registration required.

Cost: FREE

This program, presented by Brad Nelson, will introduce basic information about

butterflies and some of the species common in our area with a focus on the Monarch butterfly.

Brad will discuss the Monarch’s life cycle, different types of milkweeds common in our area,

and which milkweeds are more likely to attract Monarchs. He will also provide gardening

techniques that will help attract Monarchs, describing specific types of plants that are best for

enticing them and which are better to help perpetuate the species. The presentation will also

include an explanation of migration routes and when to expect Monarchs in this area. Brad has

been involved with Monarch Watch, the University of Kansas tagging program, for the last 5

years. He raises Monarchs through September, culminating in a release of about 150 tagged

butterflies that will journey to Mexico. The Landrum Library Speaker Series programs are made

possible thanks to Conserving Carolina’s partnership with the Spartanburg County Public

Libraries.

Photo: Monarchs gather nectar at Milkweed Meadows Farm in Henderson County, NC. by Kim Bailey.