The first hummingbird came to the feeder on April 25 and then I didn't see one again until two weeks ago.

Saving the hummingbird

While browsing through the local Lowes Garden Center today, I noticed the sales clerk was watching this little hummingbird on the floor. The bird could only fly about 5'. I don't know if she was hurt or had just fledged and hadn't mastered flying. We kept putting her in a safe place but she kept flying into harms way. Eventually we got her to stay in a safe place, but not before asking another customer to take her picture in my hands. What an experience seeing a hummingbird up close for the second time this summer.

Salvia of many colors

I really enjoy the salvias because they attract hummingbirds, especially the "Maraschino" and "Lady in Red" salvia. Purple salvia (perennial) "Maraschino" salvia (perennial) I cut this back in the spring and it grows to about 4-5'. This one is a favorite of the hummingbirds.

"Lady in Red" Salvia (reseeds)

Pink salvia (I collect and replant seeds in spring)

Hummingbird Angel

This hummingbird didn't seem to mind that I was close by taking pictures. After taking a close look at this one, the hummingbird looked like an angel. Click on the picture to see a larger view.

Hummingbird on trumpet vine

The hummingbirds love this vine. We have had a severe draught this summer and this vine seems to be very draught tolerant. It is a fast grower so it needs lots of area to climb.

Hummingbirds

It's really hard to get good photos of the hummingbirds. I use a Sony W8O camera and don't have much zoom.

Hummingbird favorites

Salvia/Texas Sage and Larkspur. The red Texas Sage attracts more hummingbirds than any other flower in my garden.