If big cities lack something, it is green spaces where it is possible to enjoy nature and the presence of species that can be seen less and less often, such as hummingbirds and butterflies.
If you like that your house becomes a small oasis full of life and color in the middle of the gray and chaotic city, here are listed some of the plants and flowers that you can grow in your garden so that you receive the visit of hummingbirds and butterflies. And by the way, you can even help bees reproduce, since some of these species serve them as food.
Flowers that hummingbirds like
Because some of the hummingbird species that inhabit Mexico are currently at risk of extinction, the National Autonomous University of Mexico has created special gardens where these small birds can find food and, at the same time, can be observed and studied by the scientists of the institution, to get to know them better and thus create strategies to protect them.
If you are one of the people who is fascinated by the presence of hummingbirds and would like them to visit your home, these are some of the plants that you can have in your garden so that they come to feed on their nectar.
Geranium. It is a plant that has flowers of many colors and does very well in warm places. It is easy to grow in the city and requires at least 6 hours of direct light, while its watering must be moderate.
Hibiscus. It is a shrubby plant that can reach 9 meters in height. Its flowers are very large and showy, and can be white, pink, yellow and red. Its cultivation requires heat, intense light and at least 4 hours of direct sun a day to flourish.
Iris. It is a bulbous plant with showy flowers that attract many pollinators. To grow and flourish well, it requires a warm temperature, moderate watering and being in a space where it has light and shade, so that excess sunlight does not affect it.
Earring or fuchsia. This plant is characterized by its very showy, colorful and attractive flowers. It can be outside, but where there is shade, since it does not need too much sun. In particular, sunlight should be avoided when the radiation is more intense, which must be taken into account when choosing the place where it is going to be planted.
Verbena. This genus of plants has more than 250 species, which are ideal for growing in sunny, dry places and where they receive at least 6 hours of sun. Pruning and constant watering improve flowering.
Bergamot. This plant is recognized for its uses in infusions and aromatherapy. It produces showy and aromatic flowers, and to grow it you need a space in the sun or semi-shade, in rich and humid soils.
Lavender. It is one of the aromatic plants par excellence, it is characterized by its delicate lilac flowers and it is perfect to have at home. It does not require too much care, but for its proper flowering it is essential that it receive direct sun for at least 6 hours a day.
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Flowers that butterflies like
Around a decade ago, the arrival of spring in the city and the metropolitan area meant the presence of numerous butterflies of all colors and sizes in city gardens. With the passage of time, their number has been reduced considerably and it is increasingly rare to see them fluttering around.
If you want to help their conservation and fill your garden with joy and color, plant these plants to attract them.
Parsley. It adapts to all types of soils and resists practically any type of climate, although it adapts better to warm ones. It needs frequent watering, but in small quantities, to ensure constant humidity. In addition to attracting butterflies, you’ll always have a fresh seasoning on hand to use in the kitchen.
Daisy flower. Its nectar is very attractive to butterflies and the simplicity of its beauty will be the perfect element to decorate your garden. Its cultivation is relatively easy to manage, as it grows well in common soil, needs a lot of sunlight to flourish, and likes hard water.
Mallow. The most suitable climates for its cultivation are temperate, temperate-warm and mountain. It is not demanding when it comes to the type of soil, so it flourishes in a variety of terrains and prefers environments that have abundant light for much of the day. It is a plant that reproduces very easily, as it generates seeds that later fall to the ground and sprout as new plants.
passionflower. Its cultivation occurs very well in areas with high temperatures and abundant rainfall, since it is native to areas of South America that have tropical climates. The soil where it will be grown must have good drainage and be very fertile. Irrigation is done every 2 days and care should be taken to keep the soil constantly moist.
Sunflower. It is a very rustic plant and undemanding in terms of soil type, but it will always develop better in those that are clayey-sandy and rich in organic matter. To cultivate it, the seeds must be sown, either directly in the ground or in a pot, and wait for it to germinate, grow and flourish.
blueberry. Where this shrub grows best is in temperate, Mediterranean or subtropical climates. It is best to buy a plant already grafted, because if you do it with seeds it takes years to believe. It will be necessary to find the brightest, sunniest location in the garden with the best air circulation.
Finally, To help the plants you choose to grow and develop better, you can fertilize your soil with compost., which you can make yourself at home from organic waste. Find out how to do it here.