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Hummingbird SUPERPLANT #4 was originally a native of Mexico, as are so many of our colorful plants. By the time the Conquistadors completed their systematic looting and genocide of ancient civilizations in Mexico, this plant was probably well established in our arid Southwestern states. It is especially abundant in Texas.
Classified as a "xeric," meaning they need little water, this woody bush is best suited from zone 10 through 7. Three plants grace my property in Southern Va. (7b) and they constantly bear tubular red to reddish-orange flowers that are loaded with nectar, tiny spiders and insects. This is one of the few plants where one may often observe 2 - 5 hummingbirds feeding on the same plant at the same time. When fights occur, other hummers quickly zoom in to feed. This plant loves sun. Planted next to the South wall of your home, where stored heat creates a micro-climate, this 5' x 6' bush will explode with color. Year after year, you can consistently watch hummers go nuts over this plant. It is certainly one of my favorites. Identify the plant. Yes my photos may intentionally be tricky.
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