WSU Extension Master Gardener Program * 206-685-5104 * 206-221-2649, fax
elaine.
anderson@wsu.
edu * kingcountyMG.
org
Center for Urban Horticulture * Box 354115 * Seattle WA 98195-4115
Extension programs and employment are available to all without...
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WSU Extension Master Gardener Program * 206-685-5104 * 206-221-2649, fax
elaine.
anderson@wsu.
edu * kingcountyMG.
org
Center for Urban Horticulture * Box 354115 * Seattle WA 98195-4115
Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination.
Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local Extension office.
Community Horticultural Fact Sheet #84
Butterfly Gardening
In addition to being able to enjoy the beauty of butterflies, creating a habitat that will attract them
has many benefits.
Other good insects, such as predators and parasites of garden pest insects also
utilize the flowers, feeding on nectar and pollen.
Early flowers may attract bees and hold them in
the area until the fruit trees bloom.
Butterflies are attracted to all types of flowers.
They prefer those with flat surfaces or large petals,
which make perching easier.
Flowers with clustered florets attract more butterflies than single
flowers.
You will find most butterflies in open
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