How to Make a Plate Butterfly Feeder Besides bringing a magical beauty to any garden, butterflies help promote growth by pollinating flowers. You can attract more butterflies to your yard with this DIY butterfly feeder that also serves as an attractive garden ornament. Mother Nature would definitely approve. Things You’ll Need Acrylic plate 10″-14″ wire plate holder String 1/2″ metal […] Continue Reading
Attracting Butterflies, Hummingbirds and Other Pollinators 5 techniques for backyard gardeners Plant nectar- and pollen-rich flowers The most important step you can take is to plant a pollinator-friendly garden. Choose nectar and pollen-rich plants like wildflowers and old-fashioned varieties of flowers. A succession of blooming annuals, perennials and shrubs is best so nectar and pollen will be available throughout the […] Continue Reading