Hot Poker

Are you wondering how to attract hummingbirds naturally? Maybe you have thought about what type of plants or shrubs you like to occupy that part of your yard that will help prime your hummingbird feeder. Here are some plant and shrub ideas that you may want to consider when attracting hummingbirds to your neck of the woods. We hope this will be of help to your success. Happy birding.

PERENNIALS.
* Bee balm : Grows best in full sun, but can grow in shade.

* Columbine : The flower ranges between 1? – 3? and comes in every color imaginable.

* Foxglove : A beautiful purple, horn-type flower, perfect for hummingbird feeding.

* Red Hot Poker : Also known as the Torch Lily. Spikes 2-5 ” high with colors ranging from ivory white to coral read. Simply gorgeous! A favorite of hummingbirds.
SHRUBS AND TREES.

* LILAC : These require maximum sun for full bloom and some shade for very hot areas of sun.

* HIBISCUS : A pinkish – red flowery plant requiring a sandy soil that is rich so as to retain water table. A mulch on top of the soil will help the plant to maintain a consistent and constant moisture level in the summer months.

* BUTTERFLY BUSH : This is an easy grower. This China native plant can spike up to 15' tall. Very multi-colorful plant ranging from blues to reds to purples with a great fragrance. The bush will grow in almost any soil with blossoms appearing in late summer.

These are just a few ideas to get you started that will help aide you in your garden and back yard areas when attracting hummingbirds. The final result be a lack of disappointment as hummingbirds and their friends frequent your plant life and your feeders. Happy Feeding!!!


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