Choose native plants like milkweed and coneflowers to attract butterflies. Provide water sources and sunny spots for basking. Avoid pesticides to protect caterpillars and butterflies.
Create different heights in your garden with trees, shrubs, and flowers to offer shelter and food for butterflies at all life stages. Include host plants for caterpillars to feed on.
Avoid using chemical fertilizers and opt for organic methods to maintain a healthy ecosystem. Mulch your garden to retain moisture and provide hiding spots for butterfly eggs.
Plant a variety of colorful flowers that bloom at different times to provide nectar for butterflies throughout the season. Consider including butterfly-friendly herbs like lavender and dill.
Encourage biodiversity by incorporating a mix of plants that attract different butterfly species. Create a welcoming environment with rocks, logs, and sandy patches for butterflies to rest and lay eggs.
Maintain your garden by regularly weeding, watering, and observing butterfly activity. Document the butterflies you spot and contribute to citizen science projects to help monitor butterfly populations.