Wonder takes flight at the our outdoor butterfly pavilion – now open!

Caterpillars of the monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) feed solely on plants in the milkweed family. Nursery-grown milkweed is in high demand amid consumer interest in monarch conservation. However, a variety of insecticides used to control aphids in nurseries can linger for weeks in milkweed plants at levels high enough to kill monarchs, a new study shows.

Transform your home, office, or classroom into a fascinating butterfly nursery with our 4 Live Caterpillars to Grow Butterflies Kit. Perfect for both kids and adults, this low-maintenance, family-friendly activity offers an up-close look at the miraculous life cycle of Painted Lady butterflies. Watch with delight as 4 tiny caterpillars eat, grow, and eventually transform into beautiful butterflies. The kit includes everything needed for a complete learning experience: