Plant these 9 Flowers to Attract Hummingbirds

Hummingbirds are such fun birds to watch. These tiny birds are great cross pollinaters and once they find a good source of food they are pretty loyal. Plant some of their favorites to invite hummingbirds to return to your yard day after day.

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Plants that Attract Hummingbirds

Salvia
Chuperosa
Pineapple Sage
Penstemon
Agastache – Hummingbird Mint
Aloe
Cuphea
Firecracker Shrub – Ruselia
Mexican Flame Vine

What color flower do Hummingbirds like?

Hummingbirds love the color red. They are definitely attracted to tubular red flowers.

Will they feed at other color flowers? Yes, in addition to the red tubular flowers in our garden hummingbirds love the giant pink flowers on the Hong Kong Orchid tree, they like the yellow flowers on the aloe and orange flowers on the Mexican flame vine.

Hummingbirds Love Salvia

If you can only choose one plant to attract hummingbirds I would pick salvia. The hummingbirds in our yard find this plant immediately and return every day. Salvia has so many varieties and colors to choose from you are sure to find one that fits your space and your climate.

USDA Hardiness Zones 5-9

Chuperosa

One of the hummingbird’s favorite shrubs, Chuperosa is sure to attract these tiny birds to your yard. If you want to attract these tiny birds you can’t go wrong with this sprawling plant.

Also known as the “Hummingbird Sage,” is a fantastic addition to your garden. They can grow fairly wide, so you’ll want some space for this shrub.

USDA Hardiness Zones 8-11

Pineapple Sage

If you’re looking to add something special to your garden, pineapple sage is a fantastic choice. This colorful plant thrives in the warm weather, offering both beauty and benefits to your space. With its sweet, pineapple-scented leaves and eye-catching red flowers, it draws in hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees—making it a great addition for a pollinator-friendly garden.

Plus, it’s low-maintenance and drought-tolerant, so you don’t have to worry much about care. It loves full sun and well-drained soil, and its long-lasting blooms from late summer into fall will brighten up your landscape while supporting local wildlife.

USDA Hardiness Zones 8-11

Penstemon

Penstemon thrives in a range of USDA gardening zone 3-10. Tall, vibrant, tubular blooms in shades of red, pink, and purple make it a magnet for hummingbirds.

Penstemon is low-maintenance, drought-tolerant, and does well in full sun with well-drained soil. It’s an easy way to add beauty and bring more wildlife into your garden.

Agastache – Hummingbird Mint

Hummingbirds can’t resist Agastache’s sweet nectar, so you’ll see them visiting often, along with bees and butterflies.

Also referred to as Hummingbird Mint, this low-maintenance and drought-tolerant, thriving in full sun with well-drained soil.

It’s a great way to add color and attract wildlife to your garden all season long.

USDA Hardiness Zones 5-10

Aloe

Aloe plants are a fantastic choice for gardens in Zone 9, especially if you’re hoping to attract hummingbirds. Their tall flower stalks bloom with beautiful yellow flowers these little birds love.

Plus, aloes are tough, drought-tolerant, and easy to care for—they thrive in full sun and well-drained soil.

We love this plant for the unique look it brings to our garden and as a bonus it provides a steady food source for hummingbirds and other pollinators.

USDA Hardiness Zones 8-11