Butterfly attracting perennials
- Lupine Blue 17 cm PotLupinus Russell hybrids£9.50Out of stockOut of stockA great plant for the sunny border, huge flowers in a lovely purple blue colour blooming early to mid summer with plenty flower stalks. Lupines are... Learn More
- Lupine Mix 10cmLupinus Russell hybrids£4.75Out of stockOut of stockWith their brightly coloured, tall spires of densly packed flowers Lupinus are one of the most showy plants in the early summer garden. Lupines are... Learn More
- Salvia Black and Bloem 13 cm potSalvia Black and Bloem£9.95Out of stockOut of stockBe the first in your neighbourhood to grow this new variety of Salvia, it's unusual flowers are a wonderful combination of pale yellow with deep blue... Learn More
- Aster frikartii 'Monch' 9 cm potAster frikartii 'Monch'£5.25Out of stockOut of stockThe Aster frikartii 'Mönch' has lavender-blue blooms and is a long-flowering and bushy plant. The location of this perennial plant should be a... Learn More
- Liatris spicata Kobold PurpleLiatris spicata Kobold Purple£9.50Out of stockOut of stockSpike Gay Feather Liatris have large bottlebrush like spikes of tiny clustered purple florets and unlike other flowers they open from the top... Learn More
- Dianthus deltoides Red 9 cm potDianthus deltoides Red£6.50Out of stockOut of stockThese little gems bloom in masses for months, the little fringed flowers are a red /pink colour. Also known as Dianthus Brilliant attracts bees and... Learn More
- Dianthus deltoides Albiflorus 9 cm potDianthus deltoides Albiflorus£3.50Out of stockOut of stockThese little gems bloom in masses for months, their little white-fringed flowers are very pretty. Great for borders and rock gardens, they're very... Learn More
- Lupinus the Chatelaine 9cm PotLupinus the Chatelaine£4.50Out of stockOut of stockLupinus the chatelaine, is a deciduous perennial with a medium green, hand-shaped leaf. Lupinus chatelaine enjoys a place in full sun or partial... Learn More
- Monarda Beauty of Cobhan 9 cm potMonarda Beauty of Cobhan£4.75Out of stockOut of stockMonarda is a hardy herbaceous perennial, also known as Bergamot. It is grown for their aromatic foliage and fascinating flowers. Monarda Beauty of... Learn More
- Salvia Farinacea Mystic Spires 13 cm potSalvia Farinacea Mystic Spires£9.50Out of stockOut of stockSalvia Farinacea 'Mystic Spires Blue' produces long stems with dark blue flowers, they can be planted in the plant border but also can be used as a... Learn More
- Salvia Nemorosa Deep Blue 13 cm potSalvia Nemorosa Deep Blue£11.95Out of stockOut of stockSalvia nemorosa Deep Blue is an easy compact growing plant. The deep blue flowers are flocking in bunches. Salvia nemorosa Deep Blue attracts... Learn More
- Salvia nemorosa Caradona 17 cmSalvia nemorosa Caradona£12.95Out of stockOut of stockThis is a hardy herbaceous clump forming Sage, grown for their decorative and aromatic foliage and beautiful upright spikes of flowers. The deep... Learn More
- Lupine Mix P17Lupine Mix£9.95Out of stockOut of stockWith their brightly coloured, tall spires of densly packed flowers Lupinus are one of the most showy plants in the early summer garden. Lupines are... Learn More
- Lupine white 17 cm PotLupinus Russell hybrids£9.50Out of stockOut of stockLupinus are one of the most showy plants in the early summer garden. Lupines are great ground breakers, they root deep and break up compacted soil,... Learn More
- Lupine Red 17 cm PotLupine Red£9.50Out of stockOut of stockThe Lupinus are one of the most showy plants in the early summer garden. For the best results, plant them in groups where they grow into... Learn More
- Liatris spicata Kobold Purple 9 cm potLiatris spicata Kobold Purple£5.95Out of stockOut of stockSpike Gay Feather Liatris have large bottlebrush like spikes of tiny clustered purple florets and unlike other flowers they open from the top... Learn More
- Salvia microphylla Hot Lips 15 cmSalvia microphylla£8.95Out of stockOut of stockSalvia microphylla is a striking plant with beautiful pink / red flowering flowers that bloom in the months of June to October... Learn More
- Monarda SchneewithchenMonarda Schneewithchen£4.75Out of stockOut of stockMonarda is a hardy herbaceous perennial, also known as Bergamot. It is grown for its aromatic foliage and fascinating flowers. Monarda... Learn More
- Salvia nemorosa Rose QueenSalvia nemorosa Rose Queent£3.50Out of stockOut of stockSalvia nemorosa "Rose Queen" is a popular perennial that grows up to 60 cm high. The first 25 cm of this is occupied by the green-gray leaves and... Learn More
- Salvia oficinalis PurpurascensSalvia oficinalis Purpurascens£4.95Out of stockOut of stockSalvia officinalis Purpurascens or Red-leaved Real Sage is a semi-shrub that flowers with blue-purple flowers. The foliage of this plant has a... Learn More
- Monarda Cambridge ScarletMonarda Cambridge Scarle£4.95Out of stockOut of stockMonarda is a hardy herbaceous perennial, also known as Bergamot. They are grown for their aromatic foliage and fascinating flowers. ... Learn More
- Monarda KardinalMonarda Kardinal£4.75Out of stockOut of stockMonarda is a hardy herbaceous perennial, also known as Bergamot. They are grown for their aromatic foliage and fascinating flowers. ... Learn More
- Monarda PrairienachtMonarda Prairienacht£4.75Out of stockOut of stockMonarda is a hardy herbaceous perennial, also known as Bergamot. They are grown for their aromatic foliage and fascinating flowers.... Learn More
- Salvia Blue MarvelSalvia Blue Marvel£11.95Out of stockOut of stockSalvia Blue Marvel stands out for its compact growth and large flowers in comparison to other Salvia nemorosa cultivars. ... Learn More
- Aster ageratoides AsmoeAster ageratoides Asmoe£3.95Out of stockOut of stockAster ageratoides Asmoe is a white to lilac flowering aster. Aster ageratoides Asmoe blooms from August to October.... Learn More
- Lupine Gallery YellowLupine Gallery Yellow£4.75Out of stockOut of stockThe Lupinus 'Gallery Yellow' is a colorful hardy perennial. The plant blooms from June to July with beautiful yellow flowers.... Learn More
- Dianthus caryophyllus White 7cm pot x 3Dianthus caryophyllus£6.95Out of stockOut of stockCarnations or Dianthus caryophyllus may be treated as annuals or short-lived perennials. It produces upright stems of fully double, florist-type... Learn More
- Echinops bannaticus AlbusEchinops bannaticus Taplow Blue£5.75Out of stockOut of stockEchinops bannaticus Albus is a splendid garden perennial that develops large spherical flowers. The silvery green colour is remarkable.... Learn More
- Aster ageratoides AshviAster ageratoides Ashvi£3.95Out of stockOut of stockThe Aster ageratoides Ashvi is a strong late flowering aster. The white flowers provide interest in your garden thorugh to autumn.... Learn More
- Salvia nemorosa BlauwkoninginSalvia nemorosa Blauwkoningin£4.25Out of stockOut of stockSalvia nemorosa Blauwkoningin is an easy to grow plant that thrives in a partially sunny location. Its grey-green aromatic foliage contrasts... Learn More
- Lupine YellowLupinus Russell hybrids£9.50Out of stockOut of stockThe Lupinus 'Gallery Yellow' is a colourful hardy perennial. The plant blooms from June to July with beautiful yellow flowers.... Learn More
- Salvia Uliginosa 9 cmSalvia Uliginosa£4.95Out of stockOut of stockSalvia uliginosa is an azure blue flowering perennial. Flowering occurs in the period August-September at a time when there are few really blue... Learn More
- Salvia verticillata Purple Rain 9 cmSalvia Uliginosa£4.95Out of stockOut of stockSalvia verticillata Purple Rain likes a dry sunny position. Salvia verticillata Purple Rain combines excellently with other border plants.... Learn More
- Salvia Mysty 12 cm potSalvia Mysty£7.95Out of stockOut of stockSalvia Mysty is Covered with true blue flowers all season, the dark green-leafed plants are naturally compact.... Learn More
- Echinacea purpureaEchinacea purpurea£5.25Out of stockOut of stockEchinacea also known as Rudbeckia purpurea or Coneflower is a lovely perennial for the summer border. They flower from late summer onwards with... Learn More
- Echinacea purpurea Green Twister 9 cm poEchinacea purpurea£6.50Out of stockOut of stockEchinacea purpurea 'Green Twister' blooms from July to September with attractive flowers on sturdy stems. The flowers are yellow-green with a soft... Learn More
- Echinops ritro Veitch BlueEchinops ritro Veitch Blue£4.75Out of stockOut of stockCommonly known as the 'Globe Thistle' this non-demanding, hardy perennial will add contrast and interest to any sunny border. Stunning in fresh or... Learn More
- Salvia Argentea 9 cmSalvia nemorosa Mainacht£7.50Out of stockOut of stockThe Salvia argentea is a popular perennial, which looks very nice when planted in groups. If the dead flowers are removed immediately, the plant... Learn More
- Lupine RedLupine Red£4.50Out of stockOut of stockThe Lupinus are one of the most showy plants in the early summer garden. For the best results, plant them in groups where they grow into... Learn More
- Salvia nemorosa Ostfriesland 17 cmSalvia nemorosa Ostfriesland£9.95Out of stockOut of stockSalvia nemorosa Ostfriesland is a hardy herbaceous clump forming Sage, grown for its decorative aromatic foliage and beautiful slender spires of... Learn More
- Salvia Nemorosa Deep Blue 17 cm potSalvia Nemorosa Deep Blue£9.95Out of stockOut of stockSalvia nemorosa Deep Blue is an easy compact growing plant. The deep blue flowers are flocking in bunches. Salvia nemorosa Deep Blue attracts... Learn More
- Lupine whiteLupinus Russell hybrids£9.95Out of stockOut of stockLupinus are one of the most showy plants in the early summer garden. Lupines are great ground breakers, they root deep and break up compacted soil,... Learn More
- Asclepia tuberosa x 3Asclepias tuberosa£2.95Out of stockOut of stockAsclepia tuberose is also known as Silkweed or as Butterfly weed, it likes a sunny border and blooms with spectacular flowers heads laced with... Learn More
- Rudbeckia Goldsturm x 3Rudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm£4.50Out of stockOut of stockRudbeckia 'Gold Sturm' is also known as Black Eyed Susan it blooms with bright golden flowers on tall stems Learn More
- Echinacea purpurea Crimson Star x 3Echinacea purpurea 'Crimson Star'£3.25Out of stockOut of stockEchinacea also known as Rudbeckia purpurea or Cone Flower is a lovely perennial for the summer border. They flower from late summer onwards. Learn More
- Asclepia incarnata Cinderella x 3Asclepias incarnata 'Cinderella'£3.75Out of stockOut of stockA lovely border plant with a semi compact growth. Likes a sunny border and blooms with spectacular pink flowers heads laced with hundreds of tiny... Learn More
- Asclepia combo Tuberosa/Cinderella x 6£5.95Out of stockOut of stockWonderful combination of Silkweeds or Butterfly weed; they like a sunny border and blooms with striking long-lasting flowers heads laced with... Learn More
- Hemerocallis daylily Sabine BaurHemerocallis 'Sabine Baur'£5.50Out of stockOut of stockAn absolutely stunning Hemerocallis, Sabine Baur is pale peach with a deep burgundy eye and a ruffled edge. A re-blooming variety flowering for Learn More
All the art of attracting butterflies in his garden
For many people, watching butterflies twirling in the spring and summer in the garden can be an interesting or very relaxing time, for others to garden with butterflies to increase pollination has become a favorite game in view of the positive results that butterflies provide on the garden. Nowadays, gardening with butterflies has become one of the most popular hobbies. Here are a handful of easy-to-grow plants that will attract these majestic insects into your garden and some tips to make your particular garden a piece of biodiversity.
Create an environment for butterflies
Tip, plant your flowers or butterfly shrubs in a sunny place (5-6 hours each day), but also sheltered from the winds. Butterflies need the sun to warm up, but they do not want to feed in an area where they are constantly beaten by the wind that prevents them from quietly foraging the plants. It's also a good idea to place some flat stones in your sunny spot so that butterflies can pause from time to time.
Butterflies need water like everyone else. Keep a puddle of wet mud in a sunny spot, or fill a bucket of sand with enough water to make the sand wet.