Birds attracted to Virginia Bluebells

Mertensia virginica

Native to North America

STATE DISTRIBUTION (USDA): AL, AR, DC, DE, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TN, VA, WI, WV

CANADIAN DISTRIBUTION: ON, QC

Virginia Bluebells Identification and Relationship with Birds

Herbaceous perennial ranging from 2 to 3 feet in height, Virginia Bluebells bloom blueish, tubular flowers from April to May. The nectar-rich flowers are frequently visited by hummingbirds. Insects will also visit Virginia Bluebells, which will in turn attract insectivorous birds.

Birds Most Commonly Attracted to Virginia Bluebells

• Insectivorous Birds
• Ruby-throated Hummingbird