Create a hummingbird haven by planting nectar-rich flowers like bee balm, salvia, and butterfly bush. These plants attract both hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden.
Choose trumpet-shaped flowers such as penstemon and columbine to attract hummingbirds. Include milkweed and coneflowers for butterflies. A diverse garden will appeal to both species.
Provide water sources like birdbaths or shallow dishes with pebbles for hummingbirds to drink and bathe. Butterflies also benefit from puddling areas with moist sand or mud.
Avoid using pesticides in your garden as they can harm hummingbirds and butterflies. Opt for natural pest control methods like companion planting and handpicking pests instead.
Maintain a pesticide-free garden with regular weeding and monitoring for pests. Encourage beneficial insects like ladybugs and lacewings to help control pest populations naturally.
By planting a variety of nectar-rich flowers, providing water sources, and avoiding pesticides, you can create a welcoming environment for both hummingbirds and butterflies in your garden.