Hummingbirds are attracted to plants by color, not by scent. They are said to be most drawn to tubular flowers that are either large or showy or in drooping clusters of red, orange and pink.

Hummingbirds are very territorial, so hummingbird plants and feeders should be spaced in separate groupings around your yard and at varying heights, starting at about 18" above the ground.

Since hummingbirds feed in flight, they need plenty of room around the flowers to accommodate their movements. They also are thought to prefer curved, narrow flower beds that can be reached from all sides of the plants.

For a list of plants to attract hummingbirds to your Central Florida yard, visit this link.