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Help Hummingbirds: Preserve Perennials for Migration!

7/24/2025

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As summer fades, hummingbirds embark on their southward journey, and gardeners can play a vital role in their survival. By leaving certain perennials like cardinal flowers, bee balm, and salvia intact, even faded blooms can provide essential nectar. Protecting these plants ensures that these delicate creatures have the nourishment they need during migration.

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Story summary

As summer fades, hummingbirds embark on their southward journey, and gardeners can play a vital role in their survival. By leaving certain perennials like cardinal flowers, bee balm, and salvia intact, even faded blooms can provide essential nectar. Protecting these plants ensures that these delicate creatures have the nourishment they need during migration.