Conserving our Butterflies
Every land owner is in a position to make a difference when it comes to conserving our natural fauna and flora. Although at Butterfly Valley, our focus is on the conservation of butterflies, we are in a position to enlighten the public on the need to preserve and protect our natural vegetation. Butterflies are just a small part of an intricate, balanced Eco system on which all insect life depends. Our natural vegetation is under threat from development in urban areas but even the most remote areas face the threat of alien plant invaders.
By taking our natural vegetation into consideration when designing your garden, you can make a significant contribution to the Eco system in your area. Your garden can become an oasis for insect life and birds. Much information is available on the subject in books written by passionate people just wanting to make a difference.
A highly recommended book for butterfly lovers is "Bringing Butterflies back to your Garden" by Charles and Julia Botha.
By providing the right environment for butterflies, you will automatically provide a home for many other insects and therefore attract more birds to your area. Although growing the perfect rose can be rewarding, deliberately planting a plant for caterpillars to feed on and mature into butterflies can be even more so.
By taking our natural vegetation into consideration when designing your garden, you can make a significant contribution to the Eco system in your area. Your garden can become an oasis for insect life and birds. Much information is available on the subject in books written by passionate people just wanting to make a difference.
A highly recommended book for butterfly lovers is "Bringing Butterflies back to your Garden" by Charles and Julia Botha.
By providing the right environment for butterflies, you will automatically provide a home for many other insects and therefore attract more birds to your area. Although growing the perfect rose can be rewarding, deliberately planting a plant for caterpillars to feed on and mature into butterflies can be even more so.