Nectar is a sugar-rich substance that is required for energy used in flight. Therefore butterfly attracting plants include those that are sun-loving and produce nectar. It is recommended that you plant in groups of one color rather than single plants of differing colors. Select a variety of nectar producing plants to provide flowers in bloom throughout the season. It is especially important to have flowers in mid to late summer, when most butterflies are active.
Annuals bloom continuously through the season and are always a good choice.
They seem to prefer pink, purple, or white flowers and single flowers rather than double blooms. Supplementary nectar may be provided through small bits of fruit , such as apples, bananas , or citrus . Marigolds Nicotiana 3. Butterfly Puddles Butterflies also require a water supply . Butterflies will congregate at the puddle and drink the standing water to obtain necessary minerals.