Tao-Dye H Introduction
Located next to the Central Second Highway, it is owned by Mr. Li Qingqin. The name "Tao Die" suggests the presence of ceramics, painting, and indigo dyeing lessons, with colorful butterflies dancing throughout the garden, reflecting the owner's ingenuity indicated by "H" for Home. From the platform, visitors can look down and see the statue of Mazu, the beautiful scenery of the Central Second Highway's bridge pier, and pastoral landscapes, which are quite stunning. During the spring and summer seasons, amidst the vibrant flowers, butterflies and blossoms compete in beauty. The garden is richly planted with various host plants for butterfly larvae. The characteristics of various host plants and nectar plants in the butterfly garden, along with their interdependence with different species of butterflies, provide visitors with an understanding of ecological relationships in nature, guiding them to recognize the competition and cooperation among organisms, as well as the impact of the food chain on life and the environment, fulfilling the function of ecological education. To encourage people to connect more with nature and understand the wonders and fascinating phenomena of life in the natural world, stimulating their interest in learning and exploration, the garden is designed as an ideal and safe outdoor natural agricultural and pastoral teaching area. Visitors can also see cute miniature pigs and white geese roaming around. Tao Die is an open butterfly garden that assists biology teachers from various educational levels in conducting local teaching materials and outdoor classes. The garden features butterflies such as the Blue Tiger Butterfly, Blue Pansy Butterfly, Yellow Glassy Tiger Butterfly, Common Mime Butterfly, Common Crow Butterfly, Red Admiral Butterfly, and the Birch Butterfly. If lucky, visitors may also spot the endangered Yellow Glassy Tiger Butterfly, making it a biodiversity-rich ecological teaching garden, home to a variety of beautiful creatures such as butterflies, rhinoceros beetles, longhorn beetles, and birds. The garden also showcases ceramic works that are cute and charming, complementing the horticultural cultivation with a distinctive style. The owner has recently promoted ceramic painting and scurf plant indigo dyeing courses, allowing visitors to choose their favorite plants or pigments to create a personalized, unique silk piece. The garden has excellent views, with the administrative center of Xihu Township visible in the distance, and lush mountains above. Birds sing joyfully, and interesting scenes occasionally occur when squirrels dart across in front of visitors.
