Plant native, nectar-rich flowers with tubular blooms

Choose red, orange, and pink blossoms

Provide continuous blooms from spring through fall

Avoid pesticides and herbicides

Set up hummingbird feeders with plain white sugar water

Use a 1:4 sugar-to-water ratio

Do not use honey, artificial sweeteners, or dye

Clean feeders regularly and replace nectar often

Place feeders in shaded, visible locations

Keep feeders away from windows and predators

Add water features such as misters, drippers, or shallow baths

Grow shrubs and trees for perching and shelter

Create a layered garden with flowers at different heights

Leave some spider webs for nesting material

Maintain a quiet, safe habitat with minimal disturbance