Butterfly gardens are not only beautiful, they are also quite
romantic. Believe it or not, there are some folks who actually design
specific gardens just for butterflies. During the summer months,
their gardens overflow with fluttering wings and vibrant colors.
If you would like to experience the same beauty, there are some
tips to follow if you would like to turn your garden into a butterfly
haven.
Get Educated
Although I would like to simply tell you exactly what flowers to
plant to attract butterflies, I cannot. This is because there are
various types of butterflies all across the world. Each of these
butterflies appreciates a different type of flower. It is important
to research the butterflies that frequent your area and find out
the types of flowers they enjoy. This will give you your best results.
Forget Pesticides
Never use pesticides in a butterfly garden. As a matter-of-fact,
don't use pesticides anywhere near a butterfly garden. Not only
does this repel butterflies, but it can also harm them.
Garden Location
The perfect location for a butterfly garden is an area that is full
of sun. Preferably this is an area that has little or no trees to
shade. Butterflies love sun and love flowers that love sun.
Butterfly Paradise
Flowers are not the only features in a garden that butterflies enjoy.
Small puddles attract butterflies because they can drink. Also,
flat rocks are great in the garden as well because butterflies like
to bask in the sun.
Types of Flowers
The best types of flowers to plant in a butterfly garden are flowers
with a single row of petals. It is difficult for them to land on
double layered flowers. Also, try to make sure the flowers bloom
the same time each year. Butterflies love an abundance of nectar
producing flowers to feast on.
Host Plants
Every once and a while, place a host plant in a butterfly garden.
These are non-flowering plants that allow butterflies to rest after
eating. Butterflies like to perch and host plants give them that
opportunity.
Have you ever taken a stroll down a butterfly garden. It takes
your breath away. Many resorts and hotels have butterfly gardens
for guests to enjoy. Having your own butterfly garden is like being
on a floral vacation in a resort all summer long. If you use these
tips, your butterfly garden will flourish with color and life each
and every year.
