The Native Plant Society of Texas has awarded a grant to Texas Woman's University for its Bring Back the Monarchs to Texas garden proposal.

TWU was one of 64 programs to receive grants out of 213 applicants.

The organization lauded TWU for its strong evidence of gardening knowledge and skills, good planning, a strong mix of nectar plants for the region, an appropriate selection of native milkweeds for the region, overall design and layout, maintenance plans, public accessibility, overall usefulness to Monarchs, plans for outreach, and scientific and education use.

The grant will be used to increase milkweed and nectar plants in the large garden of the Dr. Bettye Myers Butterfly Garden.

TWU will host the annual Texas Wildflower Day April 24-25.