Lupine in Alaska: Lupinus nootkatensis for Hummingbirds What Is Nootka Lupine? Nootka lupine (Lupinus nootkatensis) is a perennial plant in the pea family. It usually grows 1 to 3 feet tall with strong, hairy stems and palm‑shaped leaves. The flowers form long spikes of pea‑like blossoms that are deep violet‑blue with touches of white. These…
Bluebells (Mertensia spp.) and Hummingbirds in Alaska Bluebells (Mertensia spp.) are gentle wildflowers with nodding, bell-shaped blue blooms. In Alaska, tall bluebells (Mertensia paniculata) grow in moist woods, streambanks, and mountain meadows. Because they like cool, damp soil and light shade, they fit very well into many Alaska yards and natural-style gardens. Most people notice…
Red Elderberry (Sambucus racemosa) for Alaska Hummingbirds Red elderberry is a hardy native shrub that fits very well in cool, wet parts of Alaska. Its flowers and berries support many birds, insects, and other wildlife. In a hummingbird garden, it can be one of your best larger shrubs. Why Red Elderberry Matters in Alaska Red…
Sitka Spruce (Picea sitchensis) and Hummingbirds in Alaska Sitka spruce is Alaska’s state tree and one of the most important native conifers along the cool, wet coast. It forms deep, dark forests that many birds and animals use for food and shelter. For hummingbirds, Sitka spruce does not act like a bright nectar flower. However,…
Goatsbeard (Aruncus dioicus) for Hummingbirds in Alaska Goatsbeard is a tall, native wildflower that lights up shady Alaska gardens with big, creamy white blooms. Because it is native and full of nectar and pollen, it helps support many kinds of pollinators and small wildlife. What Is Goatsbeard? Goatsbeard (Aruncus dioicus) is a hardy perennial in…
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Devil’s Club in the Alaskan Hummingbird Garden (Oplopanax horridus) If you want your Alaskan yard to feel like real hummingbird habitat, devil’s club (Oplopanax horridus) is a powerful background shrub to consider. This big, spiny native plant won’t replace bright red nectar flowers and feeders, but it helps recreate the cool, shady forest world where…
Salmonberry: Color, Cover, and Nectar for Alaska’s Hummingbirds Posted on March 26, 2026 by admin Salmonberry (Rubus spectabilis) is a native shrub from the Pacific Northwest and coastal Alaska, and it brings bright spring flowers and edible berries to your yard. Because it blooms very early, it can be especially helpful in an Alaskan hummingbird…
Western Columbine: Elegant Lanterns for Alaska’s Hummingbirds Western Columbine (Aquilegia formosa) is a graceful native wildflower from western North America. It has drooping red and yellow flowers that look like tiny lanterns. Because of their shape and color, these flowers are very attractive to hummingbirds. Western Columbine grows well in cool, moist parts of…
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