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Wednesday - March 28, 2012
From: smithville, TX
Region: Southwest
Topic: Wildlife Gardens, Shade Tolerant, Herbs/Forbs
Title: Hummingbird Attracting Plants for Shade in Smithville, TX
Answered by: Mike Tomme
QUESTION:
I want hummingbird plants for shade.ANSWER:
Short question, short answer:
Aquilegia canadensis (Eastern red columbine)
Lobelia cardinalis (Cardinal flower)
Malvaviscus arboreus var. drummondii (Turk's cap or turkscap)
Salvia coccinea (Scarlet sage)
You will want to check the link for each plant to make sure it is suitable for your specific site.
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