Eastern Tiger Swallowtail

Hi on this hot summer day. Here in Southeastern PA it is hot and we are in a draughty condition. Our berry bushes are withering as is the fruit on them. The fruit is not sweet as it should be at this time of year either. The exception is Blackberry that is doing much better or even good. Nectar sources are slim, however there are a few blooms for the butterflies to nectar on now. One planted flower that I find to be great in summer is Lantana. Lantana will not survive winter if left out here in Pennsylvania, so I have to dig them up and bring them in the basement whatever plants I want to save over the winter.  Yes, a lot of work but I feel it is worth it every summer. I have about a 50% survival rate for each overwintered Lantana. Generally I dig up and save 15-18 plants. Here is an Eastern Tiger Swallowtail  nectaring on Lantana. Have a great day! Denis