Watching hummingbirds zoom through the air, hover, and flit around the garden is so delightful, it's no wonder so many of us want to see more of these tiny birds visiting our gardens. The key to a lively hummingbird garden is selecting the appropriate flowers for them to feast upon, and then planting a lot of them. Hummingbirds love bright, tubular flowers; their long tongues allow them to reach the nectar inside. Nectar isn't the only thing that keeps hummingbirds happy—they also eat small insects.
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Hummingbird Garden Tips
Use plants with prolific tubular flowers in shades of bright orange, red, yellow, pink, and even vivid purple.
- Plant hummingbird-friendly plants in masses to provide plenty of nectar for their incredibly high metabolisms.
- Avoid pesticides and be more tolerant of insects in your garden (and any resulting damage on your leaves).
- Pair native flowers with longer blooming cultivars to keep the feast going.
For more tips on creating a thriving haven for birds, bees, and butterflies, download our Backyard Habitat Guide.
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