![]() We have herbs, perennial flowers and annual flowers in the garden surrounding the vegetable garden. Our hummingbird feeders are strategically placed on two sides of our vegetable garden. Hanging feeders near convenient perches will keep them nearby. ![]() Hummingbirds spend up to 80 percent of their time resting between feedings, perching nearby as they watch their favorite territory.Place hummingbird feeders so you are able to easily access them in order to clean and refill them frequently.Hummingbirds are small, but still need plenty of space to maneuver around feeders to feel comfortable.Hanging a plant hook or using small chain to hang feeders from the branch of a tree can be useful. Consider the distance from your viewing area, since hummingbirds are only three to four inches long. You also want to be able to see the hummingbirds.Direct sunlight can make nectar spoil more quickly. It’s best to place hummingbird feeders in a partly shady area, but somewhere hummingbirds will see them.If you want to use red to attract more hummingbirds to your feeders, consider planting red flowers nearby, hanging red ribbons from the feeder or adding a red gazing ball near the feeder to help catch the birds’ attention. While hummingbirds are attracted to bright colors, especially red, some red dyes can harm the birds. Many hummingbird feeders have red bases, feeding ports or other accents that will attract the birds without risking the use of unessential dyes. The use of red dye in hummingbird nectar recipes is not necessary. With a few simple steps, you can fill your hummingbird feeders with attractively delicious sugar water all season long. In warm weather or when multiple birds are using the feeder, clean them more frequently.įollowing this classic hummingbird nectar recipe is a great way to create hummingbird food that is far less expensive than commercial nectars or nectar mixes. Clean hummingbird feeders at least once a week and refill them with fresh nectar.When making your own nectar, adjust the recipe quantity to only make enough for one week to eliminate waste. Unused hummingbird nectar can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.These additives are not necessary for hummingbirds’ health and a simple sugar solution will attract just as many birds as more expensive commercial products. Commercial hummingbird nectar products may advertise different flavors, vitamins and other additives that are supposed to attract additional birds.Hot nectar can warp or crack both glass and plastic hummingbird feeders and warm nectar will ferment more quickly. Hummingbird nectar must be completely cool before filling feeders. ![]() The 4:1 water to sugar ratio most closely approximates the sucrose levels in natural nectar.
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