Hummingbird nectar recipe

Making hummingbird nectar is simple and only requires two ingredients: sugar and water. Here’s a basic recipe you can follow: Hummingbird Nectar Recipe Ingredients: 1 cup of white granulated sugar 4 cups of water Instructions: Combine Sugar and Water: Mix 1 cup of sugar with 4 cups of water in a saucepan. Heat the Mixture: Slowly heat the solution on your stovetop until it boils. Stir to ensure the sugar dissolves completely. Cool the Solution: Allow the mixture to cool completely before filling your feeders. Hot nectar can damage feeders and ferment quickly12. Tips: Avoid Additives: Do not use honey, brown sugar, or artificial sweeteners as they can be harmful to hummingbirds. No Red Dye: There’s no need to add red dye; the birds are attracted to the color of the feeder itself3. Change Regularly: Replace the nectar every 3-5 days, or more frequently in hot weather, to prevent fermentation2. Enjoy watching those beautiful hummingbirds visit your garden! 🐦🌸