The Summer Songbird Collection is thoughtfully curated to provide colorful blooms that brighten your garden throughout the growing season and transition into seed heads in the fall, offering essential food for songbirds. Designed with both beauty and ecological value in mind, this collection features native perennial plants that support birds, butterflies, bees, and other pollinators, making it a perfect addition to sun or part-shade gardens.

What’s Included:

This collection features three native perennials carefully selected for their ability to attract songbirds and pollinators:

• Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea): Iconic purple blooms attract pollinators in summer and provide seeds for birds in the fall.
• Oxeye Sunflower (Heliopsis helianthoides): Bright yellow flowers add cheer to your garden and produce seeds that birds love.
• Smooth Blue Aster (Symphyotrichum laeve): Late-season blooms offer critical nectar for pollinators and seeds for birds as they prepare for migration.

Key Features:

• Seed Heads for Songbirds: Fall seed heads provide a natural food source for songbirds like finches and sparrows.
• Pollinator Support: Attracts butterflies, bees, moths, and other beneficial insects with its nectar-rich blooms.
• Seasonal Blooms: Enjoy vibrant flowers across three seasons, from spring through fall.
• Low Maintenance: Thrives with minimal care and requires less water once established.
• Deer Resistant: Stands up to deer browsing, ensuring its longevity and beauty.
• Eco-Friendly: Grown non-GMO and free of harmful neonicotinoids, promoting a healthy environment for pollinators and wildlife.

Available in collections of nine, 18, or 27 plants to suit gardens of any size.

Why Choose the Summer Songbird Collection?

This collection is more than just a garden—it’s a vital habitat for birds and pollinators. By planting these native perennials, you’ll create a thriving ecosystem that supports songbirds, butterflies, and bees while adding vibrant, seasonal color to your landscape. Perfect for sunny borders, pollinator gardens, or naturalized areas, the Summer Songbird Collection brings beauty and biodiversity to your outdoor space.

Planting Tips:

1. Location: Plant in full sun to part shade with well-drained soil.
2. Watering: Water regularly during the first growing season to establish deep roots. Once established, these plants require less water.
3. Maintenance: Minimal care required. There's no need to deadhead the flowers, as allowing them to go to seed provides a valuable food source for birds. Leaving the stems standing in the fall offers overwintering sites for beneficial insects. If desired, cut back the stems in late spring after pollinators have emerged. 

For more information on planting, view our How to Plant Your Native Plants guide and other planting tips in the Garden for Wildlife Learning Center.  

Transform your garden into a haven for songbirds and pollinators with the Summer Songbird Collection. Its vibrant blooms, ecological benefits, and easy-care nature make it a beautiful and impactful addition to any landscape.