Butterflies are attracted to a wide range of flowers, with the best options often being those that provide plenty of nectar.
Nectar Plants
Black-Eyed Susan: A Queen Among Flowers
Consider inviting Queen Black-Eyed Susan to reside. In return, she’ll bring along the magical spectacle of a butterfly ballet, a joy to behold… one day at a time.
The Zinnia: A Vibrant Attractor in North American Butterfly Gardens
In addition to being a nectar source, Zinnias can serve as a food plant for the caterpillars of several moth species.
Do Butterfly Gardens Attract Bees?
Yes, a butterfly garden can indeed attract bees, and that’s generally a good thing! Both butterflies and bees are pollinators, which means they play a crucial role in helping plants reproduce. By visiting flowers for their nectar, these insects inadvertently carry pollen from the male parts of a flower to […]
What is the Fastest and Easiest Way to Start a Butterfly Garden?
So want want a Butterfly Garden but don’t want to work too hard at it? Never fear, Johnny is here!
Is American Elder a Good Nectar Source for Butterflies?
American Elder is not a Larval Host Plant for butterflies, but is it still good?
Top 10 Plants for Butterfly Gardens of North America
Here are ten commonly recommended plants for a butterfly garden in North America.
Marigolds in the Butterfly Garden
Marigolds have several useful qualities in a butterfly garden beyond their attractiveness and nectar-rich flowers.