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#RECIPE FOR HUMMINGBIRD FOOD HOW TO#

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.

Seeing hummingbirds in our annual flower gardens or enjoying nectar on the feeders always brings plenty of smiles and complete joy! What we found was our hummingbird feeder was a supplemental source of nectar for local hummingbirds, and helped them through times when there aren’t as many blooming flowers available nearby.

But, a friend suggested we try supplementing it with nectar. We always grew plenty of perennials and annual flowers which naturally attracted hummingbirds. Hummingbirds will be flocking to your feeder in no time with this homemade nectar!īefore last year, we had never used a hummingbird feeder. Backyard hummingbird feeders provide hummingbirds with nectar imperative to their survival during fall and spring migration.

This hummingbird nectar recipe uses two simple ingredients, can be made ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 2 weeks.

#RECIPE FOR HUMMINGBIRD FOOD HOW TO#

Learn how to attract beautiful hummingbirds to your backyard garden or yard with this homemade hummingbird food recipe!