Butterflies are cold-blooded creatures and therefore do
better where they are warm and sheltered.
Wind can be a butterfly's worst enemy so be sure to have
plenty of wind protection in your design. You can plant
tall shrubs and other plants in order to create a wind
break, but a location that avoids heavy winds is even
better.
The best of all would be a butterfly garden placed on
the sunny side of your home with windbreaks on both the
west and east sides, or wherever the prevailing winds
come from in your area. Try and locate your garden close
to a window so you can view the butterflies from
indoors. Provide seating outside too.
If possible, you could excavate an area and build a
stone wall around it. This would create the ideal
windbreak for your butterflies. Make gravel pathways
around your garden to save walking in mud.
There are many creative ways for constructing a
butterfly garden. Take your time to design a garden that
you will enjoy and be proud of.
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