5 Fantastic Plants to Attract Hummingbirds | NatureHills.com

Hey guys, it’s Whit at NatureHills.com. I’ve been looking forward to the flowering season because flowers mean pollinators and pollinators means a chance at attracting one of those adorable little hummingbirds. In the hopes of helping you do the same, I’ve worked with our head horticulturist to come up with 5 plants to add to your garden to attract hummingbirds.

#5 Weigelas
Weigelas are starting off the list. With their tubular blossoms and bright colors, Weigelas are a common go-to flowering shrub for attracting hummingbirds to your garden. We offer a ton of options so there’s sure to be one that fits in your landscape. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Snippet® Dark Pink Weigela is a hummingbird magnet. #5 Weigelas - Growing zones 3-9, vivid color and long tubular flowers perfect for hummingbirds.
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#4 Chaste Trees
Fast-growing and easy to care for once established, what more could you as for from a tree. Plus, its enticing blue-purple flowers are irresistible to pollinators such as hummingbirds. Don’t be surprised if you see more than one flocking to your tree at a time since its height offers both shelter and nesting areas. #4 Chaste Trees - Growing zones 5-10, impressive blue flower spikes bloom from spring up until fall, fast-growing.
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#3 Trumpet Creeper
The coral-colored, funnel-shaped flowers are what hummingbirds dreams are made of. Native plants like Trumpet Creeper are more recognizable to these little birds, making them frequent stops for a quick snack. Plant near a fence or rock retaining wall and watch it scale the structure in no time! #3 Trumpet Creepers - Growing zones 4-9, a notorious climber with little to no maintenance required.
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#2 Bee Balms
Bee Balms have anywhere from 20 to 50 large flower heads at the top of the stem, giving hummingbirds plenty of nectar to satisfy their high-energy sugar diets. A couple of personal favorites are Sugar Buzz® Grape Gumball and Pardon My Cerise. #2 Bee Balms - Growing zones 3-9, many unique fragrances, and mildew resistance.
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#1 Salvia
Saliva gives hummingbirds access to an easy feast. It thrives when planted in areas that receive direct sunlight for at least six hours. This perennial's distinctive scent lasts all summer long, giving passersby plenty of time to enjoy. May Night Salvia, a customer favorite, is a garden must-have. Its multifunctionality and easy-to-maintain nature are both reasons it landed at the top of our list. #1 Salvia - Growing zones 3-11, versatile plant with a range of applications, and plenty of bold color options.
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Take it a step further and create a hummingbird-friendly garden by installing a water feature and making your own homemade nectar to add to feeders. Check out our #ProPlantTips blog for more information and plant options.

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Until next time, happy planting!