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Native Plants That Will Attract Beautiful Birds to Your Yard

Pacific Pea

Pacific pea is an evergreen vine that grows well in damp forests and woodlands. Its flowers range from bright violet to pale purple or white.

Blanket Flower

Ideal for zones 3 to 10, Blanket Flowers are sun-loving, drought-tolerant perennials that offer bright, enduring blooms throughout the summer and into fall. 

Agastache

Agastache is a favorite among bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies. It features tall spikes of fragrant purple, pink, and orange flowers. Agastache requires full sun and well-drained soil.

Milkweed

It blooms in the spring and summer, producing flowers in shades of lilac, white, bright pink, and lavender. Preferring full sunlight, it thrives in clay or sandy soils and reaches up to 3 feet tall.

Aster

Asters are available in various shades of purple, pink, and yellow. These flowers attract pollinators and are perfect for fall gardens.

Echinacea

This resilient plant thrives in the sun and requires minimal care, making it perfect for low-maintenance gardens. Flowers will bloom in the summer and continue until frost. 

Columbine

Columbine is a perennial with bright flowers contrasting against dark, clover-shaped leaves. Available in various colors, including two-tone, its unique bell-shaped flowers with five spurs catch the eye.

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