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10 Hummingbird Plants

Pollinating plants like hummingbirds are an excellent way to introduce biodiversity to your garden. TN Nursery's deal on ten hummingbird plants is a starter kit for attracting these birds and spreading your garden.  The affordable pricing of this plant set and fast shipping means more hummingbirds in your yard sooner. Hummingbird Plants Are Easy To Grow The 10 hummingbird plants package will imbue your garden with beauty. If you're still trying to convince, here are some great reasons to grow them. Low-maintenance: Many hummingbird-attractant plants require little effort on your part, especially the trumpet flower. This easy-to-grow plant will sprout beautiful flowers birds find irresistible. Grow your pollinator quotient: Once your pollinating plants begin growing, you will see more than hummingbirds. Bees, butterflies, flies, moths, and other pollinators will arrive to share pollen and spread your garden’s greenery Exceptional variety: Many plants will attract hummingbirds, from ivy to flowering trees. TN Nursery stocks more of what you need to grow your garden how you like it. The Wonder of Nectar-Filled Hummingbird Plants  It's a treat to see hummingbirds flitting about your garden and watching as they rely on your plants’ nectar for sustenance. Better yet, many hummingbird plants are so beautiful in their own right that you'll 'appreciate them even when the birds aren't there. For example, the coneflower plant is a perennial with flowers like daisies but in alluring purple. Hummingbirds will feed in the conical middle. Trumpet vines contain nectar deep in their red, trumpet-like flowers, while Virginia bluebells have a similar shape but a periwinkle exterior. The Lily of the valley hangs dramatically upside down, and its bell-shaped white flowers feature scalloped edges. Cardinal flowers, known as lobelias, are colorful and an excellent food source for hummingbirds. Even unconventional plants, like lily pads or blazing stars, can attract hummingbirds. Why Shop for Hummingbird Plants at TN Nursery? TN Nursery's team of experts handpicks the ten hummingbird plants included in this collection. They're varied enough to provide a unique, enjoyable growing experience that will lure in more pollinators. Since 1959, we've provided customers with all the plants their garden needs. We pride ourselves on our low prices (provided through grower-direct plants) and long-term, year-long 100% guarantees on quality. With our many deals, you can save on vines, ferns, perennials, shrubs, trees, flowers, and plants. You can often buy one, get one free to increase the number of pollinators your yard attracts. We also provide fast shipping. Best Selling Pollinating Plants at TN Nursery Coneflower Milkweed Black Eyed Susan

Spigelia Indian Pink

Spigelia Indian Pink is a native wildflower beloved for its striking tubular, red-and-yellow flowers, which attract hummingbirds and thrive in shaded woodland gardens. Incorporating landscaping projects offers many benefits, enhancing outdoor spaces' visual aesthetics, ecological diversity, and overall vibrancy. This unique perennial plant presents distinct features that contribute to various aspects of landscape design. Spigelia Indian Pink is a stunning herbaceous perennial native to woodland areas across the inland regions from Texas to Florida and Virginia to Missouri. This wildflower plant has a distinctive flower and is commonly grown in gardens as an ornamental plant. After a closer look at this beautiful flower in the Astrid family, you can easily incorporate it into your landscaping design. The Eye-Catching Beauty Spigelia Indian Pink This wildflower has a stunning look that is easily identifiable. The flowers bud straight out from the top of the stems in an elongated fashion. This bright red or pink bud then sprouts a small, delicate flower at the top. This yellow flower has a star-like shape with six petals. The large, pointed leaves have a dusty green hue. When the plants are in full bloom, usually in May, you can enjoy a sea of green, red, and yellow in your garden. Spigelia Indian Pink is Great For Supporting Wildlife  This plant strongly attracts hummingbirds to its flowers. Hummingbirds are natural pollinators, promoting the health of other plants in your garden. In addition, hummingbirds eat wasps, mosquitoes, aphids, ants, and other pesky insects that you may prefer to keep out of your space. The roots of this lovely plant also dispel several types of worms that could otherwise damage the plants. The Hardiness Of Spigelia Indian Pink While this wildflower plant prefers moist soil, it is hardy enough to withstand drought. When it has adequate moisture, the plant will grow taller and thicker. The dry months of the year stymie growth and often transition into the colder weather season when the plant lies dormant. However, the blooms will return in the spring months. Spigelia Indian Pink grows in clumps up to two feet tall and two feet wide. When planted ornamentally, these plants are often shaped through pruning. Commonly, they are rounded to appear as bushes. However, they can also grow broadly by retaining their free, wildflower look. The plants spread through natural propagation, and you can facilitate growth by planting the cut stems.

Cardinal Flower

The Red Cardinal Flower has vibrant red blooms and tall, erect stalks. It adds color and elegance to gardens, parks, and various outdoor spaces. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, it offers several advantages, making it a popular choice for landscapers and gardeners. The scarlet-hued Lobelia cardinalis is a perennial in the bellflower family. Its tall, nectar-filled bloom spikes attract hummingbirds and create a beautiful display in your garden. The plant's common name refers to the red robes a Roman Catholic cardinal wears.     Natural Habitat Of The Cardinal Flower Lobelia is native to the North and South American continents and blooms from July through September. This moisture-loving plant grows on stream banks and in low woods, marshes, and meadows across the United States. If you want to create a handsome show in your garden, Lobelia will surely delight. The plant's fiery spires yield brilliant red blooms that open gradually from the bottom to the top of their racemes. Each long, narrow, tube-shaped blossom has two flat upper petals and three lower petals at the tips. The delicate plant crown leafy 2’-4' stems, covered with shiny, lance-shaped, bright green leaves that sometimes have a bronze or reddish tint. The leaves alternate as they climb the stems, enhancing the blooms to create a lively riot of color. Cardinal Flower is a favorite of gardeners who love adding bold splashes of crimson. This plant is perfect for shady woodland plots, wet meadow plantings, water gardens, pollinator gardens, and rain gardens. Its long stems can add height to borders and create depth when placed in the back sections of your landscape. The blossoms are most spectacular from midsummer into fall and make excellent cut blooms. Ecology Of The Cardinal Flower Some people say Lobelia will bring hummingbirds in from the sky. The plant's blooming period coincides with the late-summer migration of ruby-throated hummingbirds traveling south to Mexico. The birds pollinate the plant by dipping their beaks into the plants' long, red tubes. The blossoms are also beautiful to swallowtail butterflies and bees, making them a wonderful centerpiece in a pollinator garden. Cardinal Flower Is A Bold Statement In Any Garden  When you want to make a bold, beautiful statement in your garden, include the Cardinal Flower in your plan and celebrate the summer season.