homestead how-to
Opt for nectar-rich and brightly colored flowers, particularly in shades of red. Favorites include trumpet vine, bee balm, columbine, and salvia.
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Ensure your garden has a succession of blooming plants throughout the hummingbird migration period, offering a steady food source.
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Incorporating a birdbath or similar water feature in your garden provides hummingbirds with the necessary resources for cooling off, bathing, and drinking.
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Place feeders where they’re safe from predators and where you can easily see the hummingbirds.
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Cleaning your feeders regularly is important to prevent mold and bacteria, which could harm the hummingbirds.
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To keep up with their fast metabolisms, hummingbirds eat an impressive amount of insects and nectar daily.
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