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Why Monarch Butterflies Need Milkweed—But Not JUST Milkweed

It’s no secret that monarch butterflies (and their caterpillars) need milkweed plants to survive and thrive. But why only milkweed? And more importantly—what other plants can you grow to help the monarchs?

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