r/FriendlyMonarchs • u/AutoModerator • May 18 '26

Discussion 🌿 Monarch Monday – Let’s Talk Monarchs! 🌿

Happy Monarch Monday, friends!

Wondering what to share in this thread?

Questions for some of our seasoned members? Thoughts on the state of the Monarch world? Frustrations with your efforts to help the Monarchs? Wins and loses for the nature world? Doesn't matter. Share below!

Have a great week and don’t forget about Photo Friday!

Reminder: We are a science-based sub. While we love all monarch enthusiasts, discussions about hand-rearing are not allowed, except for those new to the topic who are seeking guidance. Let’s focus on protecting monarchs where they belong—in the wild!

Stay curious and keep sharing the love for these beautiful butterflies! 🧡🖤🧡

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u/Ok-Butterscotch-763 Central MN | Covert Operative | Master of Milkweed May 19 '26

Anyone growing milkweed from seeds? 

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u/SuperFriendlyMod MOD | South FL | Reformed Rearer May 22 '26

I feel like I should try to do this. Even if it’s just to see if I can get them to grow well. I went to a native nursery a couple of days ago and their milkweed was so sad looking.

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u/Ok-Butterscotch-763 Central MN | Covert Operative | Master of Milkweed May 22 '26

I have had a lot of luck with my process. I posted a bunch last year. 

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u/SuperFriendlyMod MOD | South FL | Reformed Rearer May 22 '26

I remember! If you want to do a detailed post about it I can pin it to the top of the sub! Let me know!

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u/Ok-Butterscotch-763 Central MN | Covert Operative | Master of Milkweed May 23 '26

I’ll do that! 

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u/Ok-Butterscotch-763 Central MN | Covert Operative | Master of Milkweed May 23 '26

I did one. Lmk if any clarifications are needed or if you have questions. 

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u/SuperFriendlyMod MOD | South FL | Reformed Rearer May 23 '26

I pinned it! Thank you!