Most pollinators, including bees and butterflies, thrive in sunny environments. Select a location for your garden that receives at least 6 hours of sunlight each day.
Incorporate native plants into your garden. Native plants are well-adapted to local conditions and are often more attractive to native pollinators.
Aim for a garden that blooms from spring to fall. This ensures a constant supply of nectar and pollen for pollinators throughout the growing season.
Pesticides can harm pollinators, so choose natural alternatives or practice integrated pest management.
Include water sources like birdbaths or shallow dishes to provide pollinators with a place to drink. Be sure to keep the water clean to prevent the breeding of mosquitoes.
Consider adding features like shrubs, tall grasses, or small trees to create sheltered spaces for pollinators to rest and seek refuge from predators or inclement weather.
This helps pollinators easily locate and navigate between flowers. Clusters of the same type of plant are more attractive to pollinators.
Different butterfly species lay their eggs on specific host plants, and providing these plants supports the complete life cycle of butterflies.