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Attracting Hummingbirds to a Garden: Plants and Flowers for Hummingbird Nesting and Feeding© Naomi Mathews
Hummingbird nests can be very difficult to spot. They are minuscule and well-camouflaged from predators or other intruders. The female alone does all of the nest building and rears her hatchlings. A hummingbird's nest consists of small pieces of soft plant fibers, spider silk, some fluffy plant down for lining, and small bits of lichen or moss for exterior camouflage. Providing Hummingbird Nesting Materials Since hummingbirds prefer to build their nests from 5 to 15 feet above the ground, gardeners will want to plant shrubs or trees that will meet those heights at maturity. Selecting ornamental trees such as the Tulip Poplar, Flowering Crab, Horse Chestnut, or other flowering trees will meet these height requirements, and their blossoms will provide nectar for the hummingbirds and their hatchlings. Feeding Hummingbirds - Which Flowers to Plant In order for hummingbirds to feed off them, flower blossoms be tubular-shaped to accommodate their long, needle-like beaks. Some great flowers and flowering vines that meet this requirement include Morning Glory, Scarlet Runner Bean, Columbine, Trumpet Vine, Fuschia, Bee Balm, Bleeding Heart, Honeysuckle, Virginia Creeper, and Salvia. Remember - the hummingbird's favorite color is red! Plant these flowers close to the hummingbird nest. If the femiale doesn't have to seek far and wide for nectar or insects, she'll be much happier. You can always place a hummingbird feeder in your yard as an additional food source. Hummingbird Links
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