Prepare to be ‘Fluttered’

Peacock Butterfly Photographed by Michael Warren

Peacock Butterfly Photographed by Michael Warren

In preparation for this Big Butterfly Count – the charity Butterfly Conservation (in partnership with Marks & Spencer) is launching the national Planting for Butterflies campaign on  April 4th to encourage people to plant butterfly-friendly plants in their gardens. The top five nectar plants they recommend are: Buddleja, Verbena bonariensis, the Perennial Wallflower (Bowles Mauve), Lavender and Marjoram (Oregano). For more information about butterfly friendly gardening, visit www.butterfly-conservation.org.  The count takes place from the 16 – 31July 2011.

3 Responses to Prepare to be ‘Fluttered’

  1. Beautiful picture! I love butterflies and have many plantings they love. Thanks for sharing…

  2. Aha, splendid stuff! Will certainly be taking part again this year.

  3. celestial elf

    Great Post :D
    thought you might like my machinima film the butterfly’s tale~
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y1fO8SxQs-E
    Bright Blessings
    elf ~

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