Most of us have experienced the joy of having a butterfly or two at our fingertips. And we love to collect other creatures as well, such as hummingbirds, birds of prey, and even some of those not so friendly insects, such as wasps and bees. But there are many who don’t realize that you can bring these beautiful creatures into your apartment garden and create a habitat where they can thrive, year round. Host plants are an inexpensive way to attract the nectar and pollinators that butterflies need to survive. And with such a wide range of choices in color and varieties, you can make sure your apartment planting will be a success.

Weeds and pests can cause a problem when it comes to nectar flow, so you should consider planting host plants that will provide the right type of nutrition for the butterflies you want to attract. Some prefer tall-growing shrubs and vines to short climbers, and vice versa. Some prefer desert plants to evergreen trees and flowers, while others like cacti for their evergreen leaves and flowers. All of these plant types are popular butterfly feeders, and it’s best to keep a few of them around for feeding.

One of the first things you should do when setting up an apartment garden is to determine what species of butterflies you are going to attract. Most butterflies prefer the same food sources, so you will need to set aside a small section of your garden to focus on planting the right kinds of flowers, shrubs, and plants for your area. Then, you will need to start planting, following the butterfly garden plan. In general, nectar plants are placed in the southern end of the garden, while the host plants are located in the north. This ensures that both the butterflies and the birds get the proper nectar for a healthy population.

If you are planting host plants, make sure you know which host plant is the right kind to attract which species of butterflies. While you can get information about the most common butterflies in your area from the U.S. National Park Service, there are also many resources online that are great for getting an idea of which plants are beneficial to different types of birds. One of the best resources for this is the U.S. National Butterfly Range. If you want to go with a natural look, consider planting marigolds alongside host plants, as they have been shown to be beneficial to the migration process.

You will find that most people who have butterflies in their yard tend to use certain plants. They range from milkweed to lavender to various kinds of daisies. The reason why some people plant certain flowers is that they attract a specific type of butterfly. Others plant colors that are appealing to butterflies, although they don’t attract them as much. In your flat planter tray and container garden, you can choose between traditional flowers that butterflies like, as well as plants that are known to attract certain species.

You should be prepared when it comes to pollinating your garden. Butterflies need certain food sources in order to produce the eggs they need to continue making your garden look beautiful. Some species need flowers to deposit nectar, and the more natural the host plant is, the better you are going to do. If you do use a traditional flower that butterflies love, you will also need to be sure that the nectar is properly stored in a container so it is readily available when the butterflies need it.

You might also need to do a little research into which plants are best to attract certain species of butterflies. Some people believe that an abundance of one type of flower is best. On the other hand, other people believe that if you only plant certain types of flowers, then you can also attract certain species. It all depends on the environment you live in, so try to figure out what butterflies are native to your area and then plant something that is similar. Most butterflies are attracted to host plants, so if you plant trees or shrubs or flowers that are very similar, then you can be sure that you are going to have many butterflies making your garden their new home.

A flat planter tray is going to make it easier for you to provide the nectar that the butterflies are looking for. It will also be more aesthetically pleasing to the eye. Make sure that you choose the right size planter tray for your garden. It should be big enough to hold at least four inches of nectar and a good amount of leaves. If you only have a few varieties, you may want to purchase a smaller one to be able to accommodate smaller amounts of the nectar while keeping the butterfly population contained. Also make sure that the flat planter tray has holes on it in order for the butterflies to feed from them.