The iconic Monarch butterfly is legally endangered in Canada and classified as Vulnerable internationally; in the U.S., the species has been proposed for listing as threatened under the ESA. 曆 Habitat loss and declining native plants are major causes especially the lack of milkweed, asters, goldenrod, Joe-Pye weed, blazing star, and coneflowers. Together, we can reverse this decline. By planting these six natives in the fall, we give Monarchs food, shelter, and breeding grounds right when they need them most. Cold winters help stratify their seeds, boosting germination rates and ensuring healthier blooms in spring exactly when Monarchs return.