Hummingbird Plants Plants For Sale In Killeen

Paniculatum both seem to want to have lobes on at least some of the foliage and C. Massive spikes of crimson blooms, to 24" high and 16" wide, are held above the large, tropical, heart-shaped leaves.

Easy enough to overwinter in a container indoors where hardiness is questionable. Don't worry about cutting it back hard as it should readily put up fresh new shoots. Indoors provide direct sun to high light and a well drained soil and do not keep it...

For more information on growing Salvia greggii and its hybrids see Dr. William C. From dense spikes of dark colored calyxes emerge light purple tubular flowers that are produced throughout much of the year on a compact dense and low growing plant with...

An excellent and easy hybrid Cuphea that flowers nearly non-stop from spring through fall. 1" tubular orange blooms, tipped in white, are produced from spring to fall. An upright to arching shrubby perennial.

Mowing and careful pruning can often help to control suckers. Use as an espalier, allow it to climb a sturdy fence, or cover an arbor. Clusters of 3" long yellow, orange, orange-red, or red trumpets adorn this vigorous native vine throughout summer.

This large and robust Physostegia is typically found in consistently moist to wet areas growing in ditches and along stream banks in western Louisiana and eastern Texas. Finger False Dragonhead is a rare species that seems quite happy in average garden...

The large maple-like foliage is broadly edged in bright creamy white and provide a nice backdrop to the orange veined Chinese lantern-like, 2" long flowers. Easily reaches 6-8' high if allowed to.

It is tropical and is sensitive to temperatures below 32 o F so it has almost no invasive potential in zones 8 and colder. The flowers contrast nicely with the colorful blueish green, glossy foliage with reddish-purple veining.

Even though this species is native to more desert like climates it can tolerate typical rainfall in the Southeastern US with few issues as long as the soil is well-drained. In almost all regards the Narrow-Leaved Bird of Paradise resembles its more common...

Fragrant mint-like foliage covers this mounding shrub-like tropical perennial. Great for Hummingbirds. The real surprise is how much this perennial blooms! Spikes of lavender and pink salvia like blooms are born from spring to frost.

"It has also been sent around as 'Welch' and as 'Navasota'."-Greg Grant. This is an excellent addition to the garden with its mannerly habit, disease resistance, and the profusion of spring and early summer flowers.

In spring, once the danger of hard frosts and freezes has past, the damaged foliage can be cut back to about 3". Established plants can produce a seemingly endless display of flowers from spring to fall! An excellent choice for hummingbird gardens! The...

The exposed tubers of garden grown plants should be provided with a breathable mulch for winter protection where temperatures fall much below freezing for any period of time. In areas where temperatures fall below freezing set out young plants in spring...

Attracts hummingbirds and other pollinators. Our plants are normally in their first year of growth from seed when shipped. The tiny, surface sown seeds germinate readily making Lobelia cardinalis appear to be perennial in unmulched, undisturbed sites.

The tubular flowers are a treat for hummingbirds and larger butterflies. Cape Honeysuckle is evergreen in frost free climates and is deciduous in the cooler portions of its range. In zone 9 well established plants may suffer some freeze damage but normally...

Tall spikes of glowing red to purplish-red, 2-3" tubular blooms are born in late spring and summer are held well above the foliage. Tolerant of a wide range of soil types the Mamou is also a component of the seasonally wet, clay soils of the Cajun Prairie...

A close kin of the Angel's Trumpet this hybrid Iochroma's red flowers attract hummingbirds throughout the warm months of the year. *In hot summer climates provide midday and or afternoon shade.

Dainty deep green foliage adorns the arching green stems. Red Rocket is excellent for hummingbirds and flowers continuously throughout the warmer months and possibly year round in tropical settings.

Established plants require little additional maintenance once established but may benefit from a light summer shearing. For more information on growing Salvia greggii and its hybrids see Dr. William C.

Maroon and white 1" tubular blooms arch from a spike of reddish-maroon bracts. An upright to sprawling perennial becoming full and dense with age.

2-3" long, light bluish purple, slightly flaring tubular flowers are produced in large hanging clusters designed for hummingbird pollination. This miniature cousin of the Angel's Trumpet is easily enjoyed as a container plant where not hardy.

The Blue Pea Vine or Clitoria prefers a rich moist soil. The young tender fruit are edible but are considered unpalatable by some. One of the most amazingly blue colored flowers in the plant world! This small growing but vigorous annual or tender perennial...

Pinching back in spring will produce fuller, more floriferous plants. As the long lasting flowers mature the reds and oranges intensify. An easy to grow and pest resistant perennial that provides a riot of spring and summer color on sturdy, upright plants.

For more about Dawn, the wonderful arboretum, and Stephen F Austin's excellent horticultural program click here. Moderately drought tolerant once well-established. This tough and easily grown rhizomatous perennial produces tall spikes of 1-2" tubular...

The last three images, those furthest to right, capture hummingbirds visiting this free flowering plant and were kindly contributed by F. Makes an easy, medium to large container plant where not hardy.

A multitude of upward facing, sleepy, scarlet blooms are held above the soft, dark green foliage from late spring to frost. Where they don't freeze back, a hard late-winter pruning will act as a renewal and may help to rid them of overwintering pests...

If well-established Firespike is generally considered hardy well into zone 8B. The flowers attract hummingbirds and larger butterflies. Purple Firespike is a shade tolerant species bothered by few pests or diseases and is quite adaptable to soil types...