Gardening for Native Pollinators 1: Butterflies & Moths: Wildlife Matters by Nature Wise

🌱 Beyond reducing harmful chemicals and protecting natural land, native wildflowers are vital for the survival of pollinators.

🐝 Planting nectar-rich native plants like tropical sage and pickerel weed can attract different types of native butterflies and pollinators to your garden.

🦋 Observing butterflies, moths, and other pollinators brings joy to our lives and reminds us of the importance of insects and plants.

🌿 Planting native flowers with pollen and nectar can bring diversity to your yard and attract various pollinators.

🌸 Native pollinator plants like Spanish needle and blue curls are often mistakenly considered weeds, but they are highly attractive to butterflies and other pollinators.

🪴 Passion flower is a crucial host plant for many butterflies, including Gulf fritillary, Julia, and zebra long wing.

💮 The sensitive mimosa, with its pink puffball flowers, is a favorite of honey bees for collecting pollen.