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Homes & Gardens
Martha Davies

A Safe Perching Spot is the Secret to Attracting More Hummingbirds to Your Yard – and Compact Trees Are the Perfect Pick

Blue hummingbird on branch.

To encourage hummingbirds to visit your yard this spring, you'll likely be prioritizing feeders, flowers, and perhaps a few dashes of red – but it's easy to forget that perching spots are just as crucial.

Since hummingbirds spend a significant amount of time hovering in mid-air, they can tire out quickly, and this is why perches are so important. To attract as many hummingbirds as possible, you'll need to create at least a few sheltered perching spots to allow these delicate birds to rest and recharge.

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