Seasonal Checklist for a Healthy Hummingbird Garden

A hummingbird-friendly garden is easier to maintain with seasonal checkpoints. Instead of reacting to problems, plan small recurring tasks.

Spring

• Deep-clean feeders before migration peaks.
• Prune winter damage and refresh mulch.
• Plant early nectar species.

Summer

• Increase nectar replacement frequency.
• Water deeply during dry periods.
• Remove spent blooms to encourage reblooming.

Autumn

• Keep feeders available during late migration.
• Add fall-blooming natives.
• Save seed heads in selected areas for biodiversity.

Winter

• Inspect supports, hooks, and irrigation.
• Plan next season’s bloom sequence.
• Review which plants performed best.

With this cadence, your garden stays stable and hummingbirds find a dependable habitat each year.