Butterfly Gardens for Kids and Adults Alike!

Butterfly Gardens for Kids and Adults Alike!

June 14, 2009
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monarchA garden always has a magical aspect. As kids, we all have imagined little fairies in the form of butterflies to secretly hang out in the green areas of our homes. Sometimes, we even imagine that some of our favorite beautiful flowers are actually the homes of these little fairies that we’ve come to love as kids. So whether you still have a penchant for fairies or for butterflies, a garden that is dedicated to those winged creatures is always a good idea. Before you get started and buy seeds, pots and other necessary items, do your homework first. Do your research regarding the different varieties of plants that will thrive in your area. Butterfly Bush, a cool website that’s dedicated to all things butterflies and plants is the best place to start.

Working on a garden is always a fun hobby and it is nice to see the results just after a few weeks of loving work. If you have children and it is summer time, why not introduce your kids to the wonders that these gardens can bring? If you love butterflies and gardens, then chances are that your kids will love it too! Choose flowers and plants that are not hazardous to young children but are the same time, attractive to caterpillars and butterflies. Milkweed is a good choice since it attracts caterpillars. Also, take note that if you are situated in the south and you want to add Lantana Berries, make sure that your kids know about these plants since these plants are considered poisonous. Lastly, don’t forget to add a bench so both you and your kid will have someplace to sit at the end of the day!

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