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What would be some other “Main Attractions” to get Hummingbirds to stay around. They are enjoyable birds and do alot of natural pollinating that is a benefit for the flora and for us. Here are some additional “Main Attractions” that might be of help if you are interested in bringing these birds as new resident in yer neck of the woods.

Have Several Colorful Items in your Yard.

I recall sitting on my back porch, reading, one morning when I lived in St. Louis, Missouri. I was drinking coffee from a very colorful coffee cup with my wife’s name on it. I kid you not, a local hummingbird whisked himself about a foot from where I was reading, checking out my colorful coffee mug. That was very cool.

When he realized there was no nectar, he kindly went his way. The point is that these hummingbirds are attracted to and interested in colorful plant life and items in your backyard. This let’s us know that maybe tying a big red or lavender bows around your trees, or bright colored yard ornaments are a good primer for getting the hummingbirds attracted to your yard and eventually to the bird feeders.

This is really something to consider when building a humming bird garden. Migrating hummingbirds, as well as local hummingbirds, will find refreshment in your yard with a well loaded hummingbird sugar water feeder.

Remember, hummingbirds really dig nectar so the mission is to simulate nectar in your hummingbird feeder.

When mixing a homemade hummingbird formula, you want to mix one part sugar to four parts water in your feeder. To avoid spoilage and to kill any bacteria, go ahead a boil the mixture for about 1-2 minutes and let cool before pouring into your feeder.

What ever you do, NEVER add food coloring or honey to the feeder. Honey can develop a fungus which can be fatal to hummingbirds.

Hummingbirds are neat, fun and educational for you and the whole family. The very fact that you are reading this article would let one know that you have a desire to attract humming birds to yer neck of the woods. Whether for enjoyment, natural pollination or natural insect control, you can’t go wrong in every facet of desire, giving habitation to these fascinating birds.

Are you wondering how to attract hummingbirds naturally? Maybe you have thought about what type of plants or shrubs you like to occupy that part of your yard that will help prime your hummingbird feeder. Here are some plant and shrub ideas that you may want to consider when attracting hummingbirds to your neck of the woods.

We hope this will be of help to your success. Happy birding.

PERENNIALS.

* Bee balm : Grows best in full sun, but can grow in shade.

* Columbine : The flower ranges between 1″ – 3″ and comes in every color imaginable.

* Foxglove : A beautiful purple, horn-type flower, perfect for hummingbird feeding.

* Red Hot Poker : Also known as the Torch Lily. Spikes 2-5 ” high with colors ranging from ivory white to coral read. Simply gorgeous! A favorite of hummingbirds.

SHRUBS AND TREES.

* LILAC : These require maximum sun for full bloom and some shade for very hot areas of sun.

* HIBISCUS : A pinkish – red flowery plant requiring a sandy soil that is rich so as to retain water table. A mulch on top of the soil will help the plant to maintain a consistent and constant moisture level in the summer months.

* BUTTERFLY BUSH : This is an easy grower. This China native plant can spike up to 15′ tall. Very multi-colorful plant ranging from blues to reds to purples with a great fragrance. The bush will grow in almost any soil with blossoms appearing in late summer.

These are just a few ideas to get you started that will help aide you in your garden and back yard areas when attracting hummingbirds. The final result be a lack of disappointment as hummingbirds and their friends frequent your plant life and your feeders. Happy Feeding!!!