Invite Hummingbirds To Your Garden By Adding This Simple Detail To Your Yard

When you're trying to determine the essential features for attracting hummingbirds to your garden, the first thing you might do is put up a nectar feeder for these tiny birds. However, you might have noticed a lack of activity at your feeder. Aside from nectar as life-supporting sustenance, it turns out there are other ways you can invite hummingbirds to your garden to help complement the feeder. One such option is to tie an orange or other bright-colored ribbon near the feeder to further entice these birds.

The orange ribbon strategy is said to work in two main ways. First, hummingbirds are attracted to bright colors, especially red, orange, yellow, and pink, as these remind them of flowers they are fond of. Putting up an orange ribbon may grab the attention of a hummingbird and encourage them to further investigate your garden. Also, a ribbon may move around in the air, similarly to flowers. The movement paired with the color can possibly pique a hummingbird's interest.

To use an orange ribbon to attract hummingbirds, simply tie a foot-long piece of ribbon or tape to a tree or bush. You can also tie it to a fixture, such as a fence post or a shepherd's hook. The key is to cut a piece of ribbon long enough for there to be excess fabric that can catch the wind and be visible. Proponents of this technique argue that hummingbirds will see the bright ribbon as a sort of signal for them to take a look around the surrounding area. For the best results, place the ribbons near hummingbird food sources, such as nectar feeders and flowering plants. You may even consider, for example, tying a ribbon around your hummingbird feeder.

You're also not necessarily limited to the color orange. A red-colored ribbon may also attract hummingbirds. It's also important not to rely solely on tied ribbons to attract these birds into your garden. You'll want to add as many hummingbird-friendly elements as possible, including the aforementioned nectar feeder, a source of water, and bright-colored flowering plants these birds can feed from. Consider native plants for a more sustainable approach to attracting hummingbirds. Remember that although the key purpose of tying orange ribbons around your garden is to attract hummingbirds, they will only keep visiting if you provide them with safety and support.