If you have ever planted flowers or had an annual herb bolt on you (looking at you cilantro!), then you may already be familiar with the pollinators in your region. Whether you are working with a big yard or a just few containers on your patio, you can take your butterfly sightings from sparse to spectacular with a little effort and by following our helpful tips. Soon your garden will be a welcoming paradise for our beneficial insect friends.

One key point to remember when choosing what you will plant in your pollinator garden is to aim for biodiversity…