Attracting Hummingbirds To Your Yard Is Easy When You Plant This Colorful Flower

Hummingbirds are more than just stunningly beautiful — they also offer countless benefits for your yard and garden. They love bright flowers with easy access to nectar, but some flowers are better for luring hummingbirds than others. Pansies are a great option that can bloom year-round, depending on the climate. In some cases, gardeners will treat pansies like an annual plant, but in hardiness zones 3 to 8 they can grow as perennials.

While pansies aren't shaped like the typical tubular flowers that lure hummingbirds, they have a long bloom season with quality nectar that will bring pollinators to your yard for months. Pansies do well in flower gardens, borders, or containers. Plus, they are easy to care for, so whether you're a new gardener or a seasoned homesteader, you'll be able to fill your yard with blooming pansies from season to season.

Pansies are most attractive to hummingbirds when the flowers are happy and healthy. They do best in moist, well-draining soil and full sun. However, because pansies prefer cooler temperatures, they'll need partial sun in warmer climates. Pansies also do particularly well in pots or containers, which can make it easier to place them in the perfect spot for hummingbirds.

You can propagate your pansies for an endless supply of beautiful flowers that will provide your hummingbirds with fresh nectar all season long. Even though they're attracted to all kinds of pansies, certain colors will instantly invite hummingbirds to your garden more than others: Red, orange, or pink varieties are most attractive. You will also want to make sure you have plenty of pansy blooms in both spring and summer while hummingbirds are nesting. For new plants, put them in the ground in early spring after the last frost for spring and summer blooms.