Plants for Creating the Bird and Butterfly Garden Plan
3 Phlox paniculata ‘Eva Cullum’: Zones 4-8 2 Penstemon ‘Prairie Dusk’: Zones 3-8 2 Bee balm (Monarda ‘Petite Delight’): Zones 4-8 1 Butterfly bush (Buddleia davidii ‘Nanho Blue’): Zones 7-9 3 Coreopsis auriculata ‘Nana’: Zones 4-9 1 Sedum ‘Brilliant’: Zones 4-9 2 Shasta daisies (Leucanthemum x superbum ‘Becky’): Zones 4-8
If you can’t find the exact cultivars listed above, substitute them with others that have similar colors, shapes, and sizes. Since some plants can become overly aggressive and take over in certain climates, always check which species are considered invasive in your area before planting. For example, butterfly bush can become problematic in some parts of the country, so you may want to plant similarly sized bluebeard—which also has purplish flowers that draw pollinators—instead.
Download the Free Bird and Butterfly Garden Plan
The garden plan for this design includes an illustrated version of the planted garden, a detailed diagram of the layout, a list of plants for the garden, and complete instructions for installing it. Free, one-time registration allows unlimited access to all garden plans, available as printable PDFs.
Tips for Planting Your New Garden
Preparation is the key to creating a garden that will offer a lifetime of pleasure. Before you start plant shopping, review all garden plan materials. Then, ask yourself the following questions:
Do I have a suitable spot for this plan?
The layout diagram shows the rough dimensions for the plan. In general, you can enlarge or reduce the size of the garden by adding or eliminating plants, although the character of the garden may change if you alter the size dramatically.
Do I have the right growing conditions?
Check the plant list to see if the plan will do best in sun, part shade, or full shade. Be sure that the plants are suited to your USDA Hardiness Zone.
Do I need to amend my soil?
Most plants thrive in moist, but well-drained soil. If you have soil with lots of sand or clay, amend it liberally with lots of organic matter, such as compost. You may also want to do a soil test to see if you need to adjust the soil pH or add fertilizer before planting.
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