Let’s look at some of the most effective hummingbird and butterfly attracting plants, that you can use to draw these pollinators into your garden. In this video I will discuss and describe many of the best nectar-rich flowers and native North American plants that are terrific for attracting Ruby-throated Hummingbirds in the eastern half of the continent. We will also explore other tips and strategies to ensure that your yard will be eco-friendly and a haven for backyard wildlife.
Some notable plants covered in this video are : Coral Honeysuckle, Red Buckeye, Kniphofia, Canna, Bee Balm, Tithonia, Zinnia, Mina Lobata Vine, Cardinal Creeper, Scarlet Runner Beam, Purple Hyacinth Bean, Spider Flower, Butterfly Weed, Lantana, Verbena, Salvia, Nasturtium, Cardinal Flower and Fuchsia.
Thankyou to Monica Mc Laughlin, Henry Castro, Dewald Van Rensburg and Delyth Williams for your research help and photography contributions.
Enjoy the video, and happy gardening !