Any plant with nectar-bearing, tubular shaped blossoms will be inviting to hummingbirds. Hummingbirds, also known as Hummers, love red and orange flowers, of which there are many native perennials that require very little care or maintenance. ![]() By simply incorporating flowers in your yard, garden or landscape that provide a source of nectar for the birds to feed and nourish themselves on, you will create a prime environment to attract these beautiful birds. Planting the right flowers is a wonderful way to both beautify your garden and lure in hummingbirds. While hanging a feeder is the most commonly thought of way to attract hummingbirds, it is not the only way, nor the easiest way. This will help diminish the birds fighting over the food source. It is also a good idea if you choose to have more than one hanging feeder, to space them out. If you choose to hang a feeder, or multiple feeders, be sure to thoroughly clean and refill them every few days to not pass on any dangerous or even deadly bacteria to the birds. Red dye is not needed and may, in fact, not be good for them. The most commonly thought way is to provide nectar from a feeder, 1:4 parts sugar to water ratio. After traveling so far, they arrive hungry and are relatively easy to attract to your yard. They are responsible for their own flight all that way and do not “catch a ride” on other birds, animals, or any other means. Įvery year, hummingbirds travel from their winter homes in Central America and Mexico up to North America. They are true aerial acrobats and fascinating to watch! They are also very loyal creatures who, once they find a habitat that satisfies their needs, will faithfully return to it year after year. ![]() They are the only bird that can hover, move forward and backward as well as up and down. ![]() They are tiny, beautifully colored, and can be quite entertaining. Hummingbirds are considered one of the most beloved birds.
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