THE BEST TREES, SHRUBS, & FLOWERS FOR ATTRACTING HUMMINGBIRDS
Discover the top plants that attract hummingbirds and explore a wide range of trees, shrubs, perennials, and annuals to create a vibrant, pollinator-friendly garden.
Bring Hummingbirds to Your Garden
Hummingbirds bring energy, movement, and beauty to the garden. With the right plants, you can create a space that naturally attracts them while adding vibrant color to your landscape.
At Suburban Lawn & Garden, we focus on dependable, easy-to-grow plants that perform well in our area and support pollinators throughout the season.
Our Top 3 Plants to Attract Hummingbirds
Salvia
Salvia is a reliable favorite for attracting hummingbirds, thanks to its bright, tubular blooms and long flowering season. It thrives in full sun and is easy to maintain, making it a great choice for both garden beds and containers.
Peony (Paeonia)
Peonies are a classic garden staple known for their large, showy blooms and strong seasonal presence. While best known for their beauty, they also contribute to a pollinator-friendly garden when in bloom.
- Long-lived perennial
- Thrives in full sun
- Adds structure and seasonal color
Heuchera / Coral Bells
Heuchera, commonly known as coral bells, offers delicate flower spikes that hummingbirds are drawn to, along with attractive foliage that adds interest all season long.
- Performs well in part sun to shade
- Excellent for borders and containers
- Adds texture and color beyond bloom time
More Plants That Attract Hummingbirds
If you’re looking to expand your pollinator garden, there are many additional options to choose from. “Trav the Tree Guy” Morcha has put together a list of reliable plants that perform well in our area and help support hummingbirds throughout the season.
Trees for Attracting Hummingbirds
Red Buckeye (Aesculus pavia)
Ohio Buckeye (Aesculus glabra)
Silktree (Albizia julibrissin)
Apple / Crabapple (Malus)
Catalpa (Catalpa speciosa)
Black Locust (Robinia)
American Plum (Prunus americana)
Tulip Poplar (Liriodendron tulipifera)
Hawthorn (Crataegus)
Chaste Tree (Vitex agnus-castus)
View our large selection of Trees online and in stores.
Shrubs for Attracting Hummingbirds
Summersweet (Clethra alnifolia)
Althea (Hibiscus syriacus)
Butterfly Bush (Buddleia)
Weigela (Weigela)
Crapemyrtle (Lagerstroemia)
Lilac (Syringa)
Bluebeard (Caryopteris)
Rhododendron (Rhododendron)
Viburnum (Viburnum)
Abelia (Abelia hybrids)
Visit our large selection of Flowering Shrubs online and in stores.
Perennials for Attracting Hummingbirds
Hummingbird Mint (Agastache)
Columbine (Aquilegia hybrids)
Dianthus (Dianthus)
Peony (Paeonia)
Catmint (Nepeta)
Wandflower (Gaura)
Catchfly (Silene)
Meadow Sage (Salvia)
Blazing Star (Liatris)
Larkspur (Delphinium)
Foxglove (Digitalis)
Garden Phlox (Phlox paniculata)
Coralbells (Heuchera)
Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia)
Swamp Mallow (Hibiscus)
Bee Balm (Monarda)
Blanketflower (Gaillardia)
Visit our large selection of Perennials online and in stores.
Annuals for Attracting Hummingbirds
Spider Flower (Cleome)
Lantana (Lantana)
Hibiscus (Hibiscus)
Zinnia (Zinnia elegans)
Geranium (Pelargonium)
Salvia (Salvia)
Million Bells (Calibrachoa)
Petunias (Petunia)
Flowering Tobacco (Nicotiana)
Impatiens (Impatiens)
Nasturtium (Tropaeolum)
Mexican Sunflower (Tithonia)
Fuchsia (Fuchsia)
Wishbone Flower (Torenia)
Dipladenia (Mandevilla)
Globe Amaranth (Gomphrena)
Four O’Clocks (Mirabilis)
Visit our large selection of Annuals in stores.
Simple Tips to Attract Hummingbirds
- Plant in groups or clusters for better visibility
- Choose bright colors like red, orange, and pink
- Provide a consistent water source
- Avoid heavy pesticide use
A few simple steps can make your garden a regular stop for hummingbirds throughout the season.
A Garden Full of Movement and Color
Creating a hummingbird-friendly garden is one of the easiest ways to bring life and motion into your outdoor space. With the right plant selection, you’ll enjoy both beautiful blooms and the steady presence of pollinators.
Our friendly Garden Advisors are here to help you select the right plants and create a garden that thrives. Visit our Suburban Lawn & Garden locations in Martin City, Lenexa, or Roe for a wide selection.
Come Grow with Us.
Contributing Writer: “Trav the Tree Guy” Morcha
