05/30/2026
This butterfly sighting in South Texas has our team over the moon.
🦋Our Butterfly Guide & grower, Candi Welliver from Oleander Acres, spotted something rare this week: an 8-spotted longtail butterfly (Polythrix octomaculata) nectaring on Duranta flowers.
In 30 years of growing, we don't see this every day.
And here's the good news: You don't need to be an expert to see amazing things here.
🌿Come experience the garden for just $5
🐝Meet native plants and pollinators up close
🚐Want to stay longer? Oleander Acres RV Resort has rentals for nature lovers🦆
👋Next time you are in Mission, stop by and ask Candi what is flying that day