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Hummingbird Plants & Backyard Native Micro-Prairie

Central Texas Gardener takes brand-new and seasoned gardeners down a sustainable garden path with organic techniques, water-wise plants, and homegrown food. Get design inspiration, hands-on how-to, and behind-the-scenes tours of Texas gardeners at home.

Season 24 Episode 2 | 26m 46s | CC

Hummingbirds are sure to zoom in on these nectar-rich plant ideas from Andrea DeLong-Amaya from the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. On tour, John Hart Asher and Bonnie Evridge replaced invasive plants for a native plant micro-prairie that restores wildlife habitat. Plus, see how they included vegetable beds, chickens and family playground.

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