The nectar and pollen of Philadelphia Fleabane attract a variety of small bees, small butterflies, and skippers (Illinoiswildflower.info). It is the host plant for the Pearl Crescent and 20 other butterflies and moths in our area (nwf.org). It will do some self-seeding if it likes where you put it.
Photo credit: Joshua Mayer
The nectar and pollen of Philadelphia Fleabane attract a variety of small bees, small butterflies, and skippers (Illinoiswildflower.info). It is the host plant for the Pearl Crescent and 20 other butterflies and moths in our area (nwf.org). It will do some self-seeding if it likes where you put it.
Photo credit: Joshua Mayer
Life Cycle: Perennial
Sun Exposure: Full-Partial shade
Soil Moisture: Medium/wet – Medium
Height: 1-2.5 feet
Plant Spacing: 6-8 inches
Bloom Time: June-July
Bloom Color: White
Advantages: Caterpillar Favorite, Pollinator Favorite
Host Plant: Pearl Crescent and 20 other species of butterflies and moths use this as a caterpillar host plant in our area (nwf.org)
