October 2023 Presentation by Lee Marlowe
The Magic of Milkweed
Milkweeds serve as host plants for caterpillars of the Monarch butterfly and other species including the Queen butterfly. In addition to being larval host plants, milkweeds serve an important role as nectar plants for a wide variety of species. Individual milkweed plants are often teeming with life, serving as small, unique ecosystems within a landscape. Lee will discuss the importance of milkweeds for Monarchs and other species, share photos showing a close look at some of the many creatures interconnected with milkweed, and provide tips on how to care for milkweed.
Lee Marlowe is a restoration ecologist with over 20 years of professional experience working in the field of ecological restoration and natural resource management. Her expertise includes the use of native plants to provide wildlife habitat, water quality benefits, bank/site stabilization and aesthetic beauty in landscapes of all sizes. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Ecology, Evolution and Behavior from the University of Minnesota, and currently serves as the Sustainable Landscape Ecologist for the San Antonio River Authority and President of the San Antonio Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas.