Do Snapdragons Attract Hummingbirds? A Guide for Bird Lovers

Snapdragons (Antirrhinum majus) are a popular garden flower known for their tall, stately spikes of colorful blooms. They are also a favorite of hummingbirds, who are attracted to the flowers’ nectar.

The tubular shape of snapdragon flowers makes them ideal for hummingbirds to feed from. The birds insert their long, slender beaks into the flowers and sip the nectar. Snapdragons are also a good source of pollen for hummingbirds.

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