Tao Die H Introduction
Located next to the Taiwan Provincial Highway No. 14, it is owned by Mr. Li Qingqin. The name "Tao Die" signifies the presence of pottery art, painting, and indigo dyeing education at this place, where colorful butterflies can be seen dancing everywhere in the garden. The "H" stands for Home, reflecting the owner's clever thought. From the platform at this location, you can see the Mazu statue, the beautiful bridge pier of Taiwan Provincial Highway No. 14, and the picturesque rural landscape, all of which are quite stunning. During the spring and summer seasons, butterflies compete with flowers in vibrant colors, creating a spectacular display. The garden is richly planted with various host plants for butterfly larvae. The characteristics of different host plants and nectar plants in the butterfly garden and their interdependence with various butterfly species provide visitors with an understanding of the ecological environment, further guiding them to recognize the relationships of competition and cooperation among organisms in nature, as well as the impact of the food chain on life and the environment, fulfilling the function of ecological education. To allow people to have more exposure to nature and to understand the wonders and interesting phenomena of life in the natural world, the area aims to spark their interest in learning and exploration, ultimately achieving the goal of educating through entertainment. For this reason, an ideal and safe outdoor natural farming and teaching space has been created in this garden. You can also see adorable Miniature Pigs and White Geese roaming around. Tao Die is an open butterfly garden that assists biology teachers in schools at all levels to conduct local teaching materials and outdoor education. You can find Common Mormon, Papilio polytes, Yellow Glassy Tiger, Plain Tiger, Swallowtail, Red Drongo, and other butterflies in the garden. If you are lucky, you may also spot the endangered Yellow Butterfly, making this a rich biodiversity ecological teaching garden, home to various beautiful creatures such as butterflies, rhinoceros beetles, longhorn beetles, stag beetles, and birds. The garden also features small and cute pottery works that complement the unique horticultural cultivation. Recently, the owner has been promoting pottery painting and plant indigo dyeing courses, allowing visitors to choose their favorite plants or pigments to create a unique silk piece. The garden offers excellent views, capturing a panorama of the administrative center of Hsi Lake Township, with lush mountains overhead. The birds sing joyfully, and you might occasionally see squirrels dashing by, creating an interesting scene.
