The end result is huge blooms (some as big as 10 inches) that are excellent for attracting hummingbirds and butterflies. Cosmos You can find this beauty in shades of pink, white, red and purple ...

I saw the first butterfly this season at the beginning of March, long before it became consistently warm. And, while I haven’t spotted “our” hummingbirds yet, I have previously seen them by ...

I saw the first butterfly this season at the end of February, long before it became consistently warm. And the first spotting of “our” hummingbirds was back in late April.

Abode. Hummingbirds, butterflies and bees, oh my! How to attract buzzy pollinators to your yard From plants to accessories, here’s what you need to turn your flower beds into a hub for these ...

The blossoms of few plants – if any – are as alluring to butterflies and hummingbirds as those of pentas (P. lanceolata), a bushy, evergreen perennial.

The fifth Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ principle is attracting wildlife. Though attracting butterflies, birds, and hummingbirds may sound difficult, it’s very easy once you know which plants ...

Other popular pollinator plants include the Coneflower, Rudbeckia and Yarrow. “Anything really that has a good flat bloom to it a lot of your butterflies are going to go to. And it’s important.

Many plants are available locally to attract these and other birds and insects that are friendly, if not entertaining.

Butterflies, moths and hummingbirds have tastes that gardeners can cater to. Skip to content. All Sections. Subscribe Now. 57°F. ... How to plant for pollinators — without attracting bees ...

Butterfly Bush. This popular shrub is available in both full-sized and dwarf varieties and produces long, cone-shaped clusters of small flowers that are a favorite of butterflies and hummingbirds.