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Nov 23, 2017 2:55 PM CST
Name: UrbanWild
Kentucky (Zone 6b)
Kentucky - Plant Hardiness Zone 7a
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While ripping out tomato vines I found a monarch chrysalis. Milkweeds are nearby. Since we had a few hard freezes, I brought it inside just in case. It was already pretty well developed. A fresh female emerged a couple of days ago. It has beena little too cool for flight so I've kept it caged. We have a few days of near 60 and sunny coming so I'm hoping to release then. Any tips for trying to keep it alive until then? She looks a little shaky at this time.
Always looking for interesting plants for pollinators and food! Bonus points for highly, and pleasantly scented plants.

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