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The Perfect Hummingbird Feeders

Article Author Christina Allis - Sawyer Garden Center

HummZinger® Ultra by Aspects

  • Easy to Clean and Fill
  • 12 oz. Capacity
  • Leak and Drip Proof
  • Built-In Ant Moat
  • Lifetime Guarantee

 

This feeder is a favorite of birds and customers alike. Since the hummingbirds tongue can reach the bottom of the feeder, it does not need to be filled entirely which saves on nectar. And the raised flowers around the feeding port restricts rain from entering and diluting the nectar! Made in the U.S.A. with unbreakable polycarbonate construction.

 

 

HummZinger® Fancy by Aspects

 

  • Easy to Clean and Fill
  • 12 oz. Capacity
  • Leak and Drip Proof
  • Built-In Ant Moat
  • Lifetime Guarantee

 

Same benefits as the Ultra model, only fancier! Supports Nectar Guard Tips (sold separately) to keep out flying insects. Made in the U.S.A. with unbreakable polycarbonate construction.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bird’s Choice™ All-Purpose Nectar Pot

 

Heat It. Pour It. Store It.
The functional design includes 3 quick-change, color coded knobs for easy nectar identification during nectar storage. Yellow for Butterflies, Red for Hummingbirds and Orange for Orioles.  2-liter capacity with fold-down handle for easy storage. Now available in our Bird Feeding Department!  Made in the U.S.A.

 

 

 

 

 

Tips for nectar-loving birds:

Select a feeder that is easy to clean.  It is important to replace nectar when it appears cloudy or milky, usually about every 2-3 days in hot weather.  Wash with hot water and a brush, making sure to remove all evidence of black mold. Rinse well and refill with fresh nectar.

To make your own nectar solution, boil four (4) cups of water with one (1) cup of sugar for two minutes. Let cool before filling feeders.  You can make extra nectar and store in a glass or metal container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Ready-To-Use Nectar or nectar concentrates are also available in clear, orange or red.

Add an Ant Moat above feeders without the built-in ant moat feature. It will stop the ants from entering your nectar and spoiling the solution.

By placing feeders out of sunny locations, it will prevent early spoilage of your nectar solution.

When using the bottle-type nectar feeders be sure to fill the feeder entirely to create a vacuum and place in a shady location to prevent dripping.

Orioles, tanagers and catbirds love fruit! Try offering grapes, apples or oranges on a fruit feeder to see what new birds you can attract! Be sure to hang in a shady location and I should mention that the fruit will attract fruit flies -- which the hummingbirds adore.

Have fun and be sure to send your pictures to: [email protected] We will post them on our Facebook page!