Native Plants That Attract Hummingbirds to Eastern U.S. Gardens

About this episode

This episode discusses native plants that attract hummingbirds to gardens in the eastern U.S.

Summary Hummingbirds are probably one of the most beloved groups of birds that people want to attract to their yards. In this episode, I share 10 of my favorite native plants for attracting hummingbirds to gardens in the eastern U.S. 3 things you'll learn from this episode The surprising truth about a hummingbird's diet. The best way to attract and support hummingbirds to your property. 10 of my favorite native plants to grow for hummingbirds in eastern U.S. gardens. Other Backyard Ecology™ resources Hummingbirds Can't Resist These Native Vines! Want More Hummingbirds? You NEED Eastern Columbine Choose the Best Native Milkweed for Your Eastern U.S. Garden Discover Red, White, and Blue Lobelias For Pollinators! Native Jewelweed - 10 Reasons to Grow this Annual! Hummingbird Feeding: The Ultimate Guide! Discover Your Next Steps Habitat Creation Quiz Backyard Ecology™ Community Thank you Thank you to our amazing Patrons who go above and beyond every month to provide financial support which helps us create so much free content for everyone to enjoy and learn from.

People in this episode

Host: Shannon Trimboli

Topics covered

• hummingbirds
• native plants
• gardening
• attracting wildlife
• eastern U.S.

Keywords

• hummingbirds
• native plants
• eastern U.S.
• gardening
• wildlife attraction
• pollinators
• plant recommendations

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Backyard Ecology™ Community

Books & works: Hummingbirds Can't Resist These Native Vines!, Want More Hummingbirds? You NEED Eastern Columbine, Choose the Best Native Milkweed for Your Eastern U.S. Garden, Discover Red, White, and Blue Lobelias For Pollinators!, Native Jewelweed - 10 Reasons to Grow this Annual!, Hummingbird Feeding: The Ultimate Guide!, Habitat Creation Quiz

Places: Eastern U.S.

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