Bird-Friendly Landscaping: Trees That Attract Cardinals & Hummingbirds
- ATX Trees
- Aug 27
- 2 min read
At ATX Trees & Land Development, we know a thriving ecosystem starts with the right trees. Transform your yard into a bird paradise with our selection of native trees that provide food, shelter, and nesting sites for Central Texas' most beautiful birds.
Why Bird-Friendly Trees Matter
✔ Support declining bird populations (North America has lost 3 billion birds since 1970)
✔ Natural pest control (birds eat mosquitoes and garden pests)
✔ Year-round entertainment with colorful visitors
Top Trees for Cardinals ($275 each)
1. Yaupon Holly
Why Cardinals Love It:
Winter berries = emergency cold-weather food
Dense foliage for nesting sites
Drought-tolerant once established
Growth: 15-25 ft tall
2. Possumhaw Holly
Bonus Features:
Deciduous native with stunning red winter berries
Adapts to wet or dry conditions
Showstopper in winter landscapes
Growth: 15-20 ft tall
3. Mexican Plum
Triple Threat:
Early spring blooms (February nectar)
Summer fruit for birds
Exfoliating bark for insect-foraging
Growth: 15-20 ft tall
Top Trees for Hummingbirds ($275 each)
1. Redbud
Hummingbird Magnet:
Early pink flowers (first nectar of spring)
Heart-shaped leaves
Works in sun or shade
Growth: 15-20 ft tall
2. Desert Willow
Summer Superstar:
Orchid-like blooms June-September
Slender form fits small spaces
Thrives in poor soil
Growth: 15-25 ft tall
3. Vitex
Purple Powerhouse:
Long bloom season (June-September)
Drought-proof once established
Butterfly favorite too
Growth: 10-15 ft tall
Bird Habitat Design Tips
Create Layers
Canopy: Oak trees (for shelter)
Understory: Yaupon/Possumhaw (for berries)
Shrubs: American Beautyberry (for insects)
Water Source
Add a birdbath near trees (change water every 2 days)
Avoid Pesticides
Let birds handle pest control naturally
Visit Our Bird-Friendly Nurseries:
📍 24250 Ranch Road 12, Dripping Springs
📍 2201 W Hwy 290, Dripping Springs
📞 512-749-5149
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