Hummingbird and Butterfly Gardening: DAILY BUTTERFLIES Page 18, 1 by indiana_lily

indiana_lily wrote:
Becky, sounds like you've got quite the project going with your patio! Would love to see pictures when you're done. And, thank you. After lurking here last fall, Cori and I definitely wanted to start trying to raise butterflies. Next spring, I want to expand my host plants. Good thing I have a big back yard!!

Leslie, congrats on your Monarch eggs and cats!!! Awesome!! I know you've got to be thrilled. It will be fun to hear all of your updates on everything.

James, I'm almost like you. I did have hummingbird feeders up last year, but no butterfly garden. This year, I have both a nectaring garden and host plants (need to get the host plants way more organized!!). Funny, I've waited all year for the butterflies to lay their eggs, and when they did, I felt like I was not prepared at all!! Next year, I'll be ready!!

Here's a picture of my nectaring garden. You can't see everything because the lantana and butterfly bushes are taking over, but it gives you an idea...