If you’re looking to add a little bit of charm and beauty to your garden, look no further than the hummingbird. These tiny creatures are not only fun to watch but they can also help pollinate your plants. The best part? They’re attracted to a wide variety of flowers, so you’re sure to find one that suits your taste. Here are some great plants for attracting hummingbirds to your garden.

Agastache (Agastache spp.)

Also known as hummingbird mint or hyssop, agastache is a fragrant, nectar-rich plant that hummingbirds love. It blooms from early summer to fall and comes in a variety of colors including pink, purple, blue, and white. Agastache is a perennial in most regions but may be treated as an annual in areas with very cold winters.

Cardinal Flower (Lobelia cardinalis)

Cardinal flower is another perennial that hummingbirds love. It gets its name from its showy red flowers that are a favorite of cardinals and hummingbirds alike. Cardinal flower blooms from mid-summer to early fall and does best in full sun or partial shade. It can be invasive in some regions so check with your local Cooperative Extension Office before planting it.

Coral Bells (Heuchera sanguinea)

Coral bells are perennials that produce nectar-rich, bell-shaped flowers that attract Hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies alike. They come in a wide range of colors including pink, white, red, and purple and bloom from early summer to mid-fall. Coral bells do best in partial shade but can tolerate full sun if given enough water.

Four O’Clocks (Mirabilis jalapa)

Four o’clocks get their common name from the fact that their flowers open in the late afternoon and close again at dawn. They are very fragrant and produce nectar that is beloved by both hummingbirds and moths. Four o’clocks are annuals but will self-seed if left unchecked making them effectively perennials in many gardens. They come in a wide range of colors including white, yellow, pink, and red and will bloom prolifically from midsummer until frost kills them back.

Fuchsia (Fuchsia spp.)

Fuchsias are showy shrubs that produce drooping flowers that are very popular with hummingbirds. They come in a wide range of colors including pink, purple, red, and white and will bloom from early summer until frost kills them back. Fuchsias need consistent moisture so they do best in gardens with regular irrigation or high rainfall amounts. In regions with hot summers, they appreciate some afternoon shade to prevent wilting.

Lantana (Lantana camara)

Lantana is a beautiful flowering plant that comes in a wide variety of colors including pink, purple, red, and orange. It’s a perennial plant, which means it will come back year after year with minimal care. Hummingbirds love the nectar from the Lantana flower and will often visit the same plant multiple times a day.

Petunia (Hybrids, P. axillaris x P. integrifolia)

Petunias are another popular choice for attracting hummingbirds to your garden. They come in a wide range of colors and sizes and they’re relatively easy to care for. Petunias are annual plants, so you’ll need to replant them every year, but they’re well worth the effort. The nectar from the Petunia flower is very sweet and irresistible to hummingbirds.

Salvia (Salvia cultivars)

Salvia is a genus of plants that includes both annuals and perennials. They’re easy to grow and come in a wide variety of colors including blue, purple, white, and pink. Salvia flowers are very rich in nectar which makes them a big hit with hummingbirds. In fact, the hummingbird is the primary pollinator for many types of Salvia.

Snapdragon (Antirrhinum majus)

Snapdragons are another great choice for attracting hummingbirds to your garden. They come in a wide variety of colors and they’re relatively easy to care for. Snapdragons are also rich in nectar, which makes them an ideal choice for attracting these tiny creatures. like Lantana, Snapdragons are also perennial plants which means they’ll come back year after year with minimal care.

Weigela (Weigela cultivars)

Weigela is a genus of deciduous shrubs that are native to East Asia. They’re easy to grow and come in a wide variety of colors including pink, red, purple, and white. Weigelas are very popular among gardeners because they’re relatively low maintenance and they bloom profusely during the spring and summer months. Hummingbirds love the nectar from Weigela flowers and will often visit the same plant multiple times per day.