8 Flowers That Are Sure To Attract Hummingbirds
The sun is going down, you are sitting outside and all of a sudden you need to freeze and soak in the magical moment that is in front of you. A hummingbird, just a few feet from you, drinking the nectar while it's wings disappear into the sunset.
It's that time of year again where the sun stays out a little longer and the flowers around you are brighter than ever. The only other thing that highlights this time of year best is the feeling of seeing a hummingbird sitting still for a few moments in front of you. This is not only a beautiful sight, but it's a great reminder to soak in the small moments around you that otherwise seem to disappear in the madness of life. These exciting moments appear unexpectedly and if someone were to tell you that you could make this happen in one easy step - would you believe them?
It is so simple that all you truly need are flowers, flowers, and some more flowers. Not just any flower will do the trick however; by informing you how to pay special attention to the hummingbird's desires and specific qualities of the plants in your garden we will help your outdoor home become hummingbird-friendly.
PLANNING YOUR GARDEN—THINK LIKE A HUMMINGBIRD
1. Salvia
Our Red Salvia flowers are the ideal pair for hummingbirds. This is a win-win situation regardless of the color your Salvia may be (we have purple ones too). The tubular shape of these create an easy access point for the hummer's beak. While they drink the nectar the pollen will fall onto their beak and fall as they fly to the next one; insuring lives of both species.
2. Fuchsias
There are thousands of species for this beautiful eye catching Fuchsia plant. Fuchsias are one of the most difficult feeders for hummingbirds to say no to.
3. Petunias
A Hulahoop-Petunia (pictured), this flower is bright while still having the ideal shape and an extra plus is the unique design that is naturally this flower. Many other kinds of Petunias do the trick as well such as, supertunias - luckily we have those too.
4. Mandivilla
This flower can be hosted in a container, basket and trained to build a large vine. Not only does this flower attract the hummers, but it can also create a beautiful wall of scenery.
5. Nicotiana Perfume Deep Purple
There are several wins when considering adding this star-like flower to your hummingbird essentials list. The smell of this flower is aromatherapy in an outdoor setting. They still have that perfect trumpet-shaped blooms and amongst other hummingbird appealing qualities.
6. Bossa Nova Begonias (red)
Begonias are best suited for hanging baskets which are a great delicacy for those colorful visitors flying nearby to feed. Their bright color and tunnel shaped bloom bring them in to stay and keep them visiting everyday. At Hueter's Greenhouses we also have pink Bossa Novas as well as Bonfire Bossa Novas.
7. Zaharah Double Zinnia
Pictured is a Zaharah Double Cherry Bloom. Beautiful, right? In-store we also have Salmon Zaharah Doubles. This highly attractive flower does just what your heart desires and attracts hummingbirds and even butterflies as well. The best of both worlds.
8. Geranium
This bright beautiful bloom is a great pairing item to a more nectarous flower. A Geranium really gets the hummingbirds coming to check out the nectar supply and if you only have this flower they may leave quicker. However, after pairing this gem along side of a Begonia or Salvia—you won't have to worry about a thing.
