For many gardeners, weeds are the devil’s bane and must be kept out of the landscape. But did you know that many common weeds bloom into an attractive lure for beautiful butterflies and moths? If you love watching the flirting dance of the butterflies, it is important to know what to plant for migrating butterflies. Having plants for migrating butterflies attracts them, fueling the insects for their journey, and gives you a hand in their important and fascinating life cycle.
Key Takeaways:
- For many gardeners, weeds are the devil’s bane and must be kept out of the landscape
- Many common weeds bloom into an attractive lure for beautiful butterflies and moths
- Keeping weeds in gardens for butterflies is a helpful practice.
“It can take months for the butterflies to reach their destination, which is why a path of readily available food is necessary.”
http://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/beneficial/plants-for-migrating-butterflies.htm