Moths are the unsung heroes of plant pollination. On a worldwide scale, there are twice as many species of pollinating moths as there are bees, and there are six times as many pollinating moths as there are pollinating butterfly species.¹ Moths don't get the respect they deserve for the services they provide plants. Moreover, moth larvae (caterpillars) are important food sources for songbirds, and adult moths are important food for our native bats.
The Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox makes it easy to find moth-friendly plants for your garden. Just type "moth friendly" or "moth caterpillar host" in the search box to see lists of plants that will attract moths.
