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Butterflies are important to our gardens because they act as pollinators. Having a butterfly garden is a way you can get involved with protecting and conserving this species of insect.
A thing to consider is grouping plants together as this offers more shelter for the butterflies. Plant in mass, having some variety in the types of plants, as well as sizes.
Practicing organic gardening principles is important in any garden. Pesticides won’t be limited to preventing and killing just those pesky aphids and mealybugs but also the butterflies you are trying to attract.
A great addition to can consider is a butterfly house. This is a protective house for butterflies with small slats that allow butterflies to enter and just small enough to keep out any predators.
Butterflies love muddy puddles because of all the minerals they get from sipping on the water. There is an easy way you can replicate a muddy shallow puddle, by taking a shallow dish and filling it with wet sand, flat rocks, and water.
Butterflies have preferences for the nectar plants they like. Doing some research to find out what butterflies are common to your area can help you with choosing the host plants and nectar plants you will need.
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