What better way to spend a beautiful summer day than relaxing on a patio and watching a private nature show? Butterfly gardens are becoming popular in landscapes everywhere. A variety of plants can attract all kinds of butterflies to your yard.
Aster
Native to Asia, asters are annual plants with red, white, blue, pink or yellow blossoms. Their bloom period lasts from mid-summer until the first frost.
Bee Balm
A perennial herb, bee balm grows 2 to 4 feet in height and produces blossoms of pink, purple or red. Divide the plant every three years to preserve its growth.
Butterfly Bush
The butterfly bush, native to China, forms fragrant blooms of blue, white, red, pink or purple that appear in late summer.
Coneflower
Coneflowers are perennial plants that are drought resistant and come in a variety of colors.
Yarrow
Yarrow is a drought-resistant perennial that produces white, yellow, pink or red blossoms.
Zinnia
Zinnias are popular in butterfly gardens for their various color and appealing nectar.
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