Plants that are beneficial for butterflies, birds and bees in the garden include:
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Please ensure the plants are NOT sprayed with toxic chemicals as this will kill the birds, butterflies and is a major world-wide problem for bees. No bees, less fruit production and less food for us all! Other plants: Shrub Marigold. Tagetes species. Shrub. Height: 1mt. Full Sun Flower Colour: Gold, yellow-orange. Blooms all year. Other details: This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping Orange Jasmine. Murraya paniculata. Shrub/tree. Height: 5mt. Full Sun/part shade. Flower Colour: White. Blooms all year. Other details: This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds Likes constant wet soil. Butterfly Pea. Clitoria ternatea. Creeper/vine. Height: 3-4mt long. Sun to Partial Shade. Flower Colour: Bright blue. Blooms all year. Other details: Malays and Peranakan use the bunga telang flowers as a natural blue dye for cakes, kuehs and dumplings. Do not eat the pea seeds. This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds. Average Water Needs; do not overwater. Sage. Salivia officinalis. Shrub. Height: 60-90cm. Full Sun. Flower Colour: Dark pink, lavender. Other details: This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds. Sage helps heal sores, sore throats and coughs and good for brain memory. |
Creating a bird and butterfly garden in SingaporeWelcome teachers and educators!
Below is a summary document I used for E.E. Workshops at the Australian International School of Singapore in 2012. Feel free to use any aspects you would like. Why am I giving FREE information? So you can be responsible, active and assist transitioning to a healthier world. I believe we are at a critical time in our Earths history and our species as well as any other species will depend on the transitions and actions we take today. The children you teach will be greatly impacted by Climate Change repercussions and need to know down-to-earth basics. Gaining a plant and horticultural knowledge will help their sensory development and provide many other benefits from these experiences. Please feel free to contact me for more information or to communicate further.... Please click HERE if you are interested in
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