There will be a discussion of possible strategies at the DNA meeting on Tuesday, May 9. Nico Ilai Attracting butterflies to your garden is practically no problem in the Austin area. To assist the butterflies with their life cycle, you should provide food for the larval or caterpillar stages as well. Fennel, milkweed, and the passionflower vine are just a few examples of good nourishment for the growing caterpillars. Arranging plants in groupings of both nectar and larval food varieties keeps the butterfly and caterpillar population in the same area, and provides a constantly evolving community of beautiful winged inhabitants.
Some species have definite food preferences to be aware of.
Cultivating the spring butterfly garden in your own yard. When in doubt, throw it out. If you have doubts if an item is recyclable, call our Customer Service Information Center at 494-9400 for clarification, or throw the item into your regular garbage. This prevents contamination of the materials. Rinse, then recycle.