A larger garden will accommodate a greater variety of plants and give more birds room to enjoy the offerings.

A slightly curved garden or one with a more flowing shape will be more aesthetically pleasing as well.

Position structures to be part of the overall garden design in a useful, practical way.

Hummingbird feeder hanging near birdbath and garden plants

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Choose several of thetop flowers for hummingbirdsto make your garden a beacon for these little birds.

Choose plants with colors that will attract hummingbirds' attention and lure them to your garden.

Grouping plants with similar watering and fertilization needs together will make caring for them easier as well.

Materials and tools to create a hummingbird garden

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Nevertheless, simple care can help make the garden even more useful for hummingbirds.

Bee balm is native to North America and perennial in USDA zones 4-9.

Petunias are often grown hanging baskets and are beloved by hummingbirds.

Hummingbird garden area being measured on grass lawn

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These plants are usually grown as annuals, unless you live in a hotter climate.

Orange flower clustered plant near hummingbird feeder in garden

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Curved garden layout with pink, white and orange flowers to attract hummingbirds

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Black curved garden hook for hanging feeder in hummingbird garden

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Bright colorful flowers laid out for hummingbird garden

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Hummingbird garden with tiered white, orange and pink flowers

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Hummingbird feeder hanging near bird bath in garden

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