Here’s a list of southern shrubs that are known to attract and provide excellent nesting opportunities for Northern Cardinals:
Firebush (Hamelia patens)
Firebush (Hamelia patens): The Butterfly Haven and “Guardian of the Forest”
Firebush (Hamelia patens) has also been dubbed the “Scarlet Bush” due to its fiery flowers and the “Hummingbird Bush” since hummingbirds are often seen hovering around it, drawn by its rich nectar