Hummingbird Plants Plants For Sale In Louisville Jefferson County

Maintenance for Kniphofia is minimal. This tough and reliable clump forming perennial is deserving of a place in any sunny garden. In zones 5 and 6 it is suggested that you tie up the foliage atop the crown to give added winter protection.

The spikes can reach 18" high and are shaped very similarly to a Chinese pagoda with flowers opening continuously over a period of weeks. Tolerant of full sun but often have the best appearance where they get midday and or afternoon shade.

This is an excellent addition to the garden with its mannerly habit, disease resistance, and the profusion of spring and early summer flowers. We apologize for any confusion but this is actually an old, likely hybrid, honeysuckle that originated from...

It has been known to spread by rhizomes but under most conditions stays neatly where it's put and where hardy will return year after year. Periodic deadheading is not required but may help to keep the plants looking fresher.

Most sources suggest that this species is only hardy into zone 9 but we have seen it survive 15 o F with a normal pine-straw mulch like our other die-back perennials get. Paniculatum has coral colored, smaller flowers in a tighter panicle.

'Helen Fredel' is another excellent introduction from noted Texas horticulturist and author Greg Grant. A vigorous and disease free southern native. Attracts hummingbirds and other pollinators.

Great for Hummingbirds and Butterflies! Drought tolerant, deer resistant, and low maintenance. For more information on growing Salvia greggii and its hybrids see Dr. William C. Create a mass of purple flowers in the garden or use it in containers, either...

A rosette forming herbaceous perennial to biennial, the Red Cardinal Flower is commonly found along stream banks, marshes, and bogs but will perform well in average to wet garden soils.

This is an easy to grow vine that is small enough for hanging baskets, small trellises or fences. We have seen the Brazilian Firecracker Vine withstand the mildest winters in zone 8B.

Providing a mulch and a protected area will help as well. An upright yet bushy shrubby perennial that enjoys shady conditions. It is also easy enough to overwinter a few cuttings indoors to plant the following spring.

As the name implies, Hummingbirds enjoy the nectar of this shrub. A tough Texas native and is drought tolerant once established. Cut to the ground in spring for denser growth. Blooms from mid-summer to fall.

The Firecracker Fern is also known as the Coral Fountain Plant as it looks like a fountain of green, fine textured stems covered in colorful tubular flowers originating from a central point.

Smooth glossy green rounded foliage. For more information on growing Salvia greggii and its hybrids see Dr. William C. An excellent choice for Hummingbird gardens! Provide a well-drained soil and ample sunlight for best results.

Bidwill's Coral Tree is a hybrid of our native Mamou Bean, Erythrina herbacea, and the tropical Crybaby Tree, Erythrina crista-galli, combining the best features of both parents. It has the cold hardiness of the Mamou and the continuous flowering of the...

They can also be pruned in spring just before growth begins again. Dr. Welch is a Landscape Horticulturist at Texas A&M. Cherry Chief Salvia develops into a naturally rounded mound covered in flowers on this excellent perennial Salvia hybrid.

The Hummingbird Bush is a small deciduous shrub that loves the heat and sun. Quite drought tolerant once well established and it does prefer a well drained soil. An absolute Hummingbird magnet and its great for the butterflies too.

An excellent choice for hummingbirds. Trumpet Creeper climbs via aerial roots and may damage concrete or wood surfaces. Trumpet Creeper's vigor, tolerance of poor soils, and durability lend it to use in difficult sites.

Finger False Dragonhead is a rare species that seems quite happy in average garden settings where it readily multiplies by rhizomes. This is evident by the host of new rosettes that emerge in winter for spring's flowers.

The Firecracker Fern is also known as the Coral Fountain Plant as it looks like a fountain of green, fine textured stems covered in colorful tubular flowers originating from a central point.

Provide good drainage and fertile, average moist soil in partial to filtered sun for the best results. Sky King is a reliably free flowering selection on a vigorous growing upright to spreading, naturally evergreen tropical shrub.

They can also be pruned in spring just before growth begins again. Dr. Welch is a Landscape Horticulturist at Texas A&M. Cherry Queen begins flowering earlier and over a longer period than its parents Salvia greggii and Salvia blepharophylla .

These are deer resistant plants with a long flowering season and are sure to attract any and all pollinators that can reach the nectar reward of its tubular flowers. Tango Hummingbird Mint is a compact growing and exceptionally free flowering Agastache...

Rich green glossy foliage and an easy and reliable perennial for full to mostly sunny sites in the garden. Salvias are considered the #1 plant for Hummingbirds with their tubular flowers designed for pollination by these amazing flyers.

An excellent choice for hanging baskets, spilling from containers, or in the garden where hardy. Provide a moist but well-draining soil for the best results. A hummingbird magnet! Red Fountains Skullcap is considered by some to be hardy to zone 8A if...

The clusters of deep blue, sometimes described as violet, starry shaped flowers will be sure to brighten any spring garden. For an excellent article on Amsonias click the "More Info from Universities..." link below to read a comparative study from the...

Established plants require little additional maintenance once established but may benefit from a light summer shearing. Some sources suggest that no fertilizer is required or desired once established.The 1" long flowers are well suited for pollination...

The trumpet shaped flowers attract hummingbirds, bees and other pollinators. An easily grown and vigorous clinging native evergreen vine that can easily grow up masonry, tree bark, or other structures without support.