Marigolds are another fantastic choice for attracting bees and butterflies. These cheerful flowers come in shades of yellow, orange, and red, and their strong scent helps to deter garden pests.

Several key elements must be provided in the construction of a garden in which to draw butterflies and moths. Growing nectar ...

Luke says, 'Many traditional gardeners will want to stick with native species, but there some amazing flowers and plants from around the world that attract British butterflies that I use in my own ...

Adult butterflies get their energy from nectar, and they visit gardens looking for flowers to feed on. Grow nectar-rich flowers in the spring and summer months to encourage them. Larissa says, ...

Natural pollinators like bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and even some beetles play a vital role in supporting a healthy and ...

Snails and slugs dislike sand, lime, and ashes, so the next time you have a wood braai, apply ash to the base of plants under threat.

Patio pot plants not only look beautiful, but planting certain varieties to attract pollinator insects, such as bees, butterflies and other insects, can add so much interest and support wildlife.

Spring is when you first start to see some butterflies appearing, but because there aren’t many flowers for them to ... but giving them food should attract them to your outdoor spaces too.

To restore balance to these delicate flagship species, and increase the number of butterflies, people are planting saplings that act as host plants, providing butterflies with spaces to rest and ...