Javalinas, deer, and rabbits leave this plant alone. Stellar in large artistic pots, particularly beautiful in earth- toned containers. Rugged enough for rock gardens, with similar requirements as western natives, it is suitable for xeriscape or wild gardens in the driest climate. Santa Barbara Salvia – A superior plant for hot dry slopes. Partial shade encourages lusher leaves and blooms all summer! Looks great in containers. The contrast between the tiny blossoms of orange and red against the spiky variegated leaves make this plant uniquely stunning. Monarch Promise Milkweed – Milkweed is butterflies’ choice of place to lay their eggs it’s also a source of nectar for fueling their migrations. If you enjoy birds and butterflies in the yard, try planting some of our local favorites.
These same flowers also attract butterflies. We have noticed that some flowers attract the hummers better than others do. We don’t put up feeders, as we never want our birds to become an obnoxious burden, but we do have a lot of flowers that bring in the birds. Hummingbirds are the easiest to attract into the yard. Yes, all the flower color, sparkling water, and fresh air were compiled for a romantic get away in our own front yard, but there is one amazing, unexpected benefit we both enjoy: the birds are equally happy sharing the landscape with us! They were enjoying water from the fountains and sipping nectar from the 30+ pots of flowers.
Lisa and I were sitting in our front courtyard this week watching the antics of “our” hummingbirds.
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