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I was in Lowe’s with Anthony several weeks ago and scored a small, plastic (so neither of us can break it. lol) hummingbird feeder for a whopping $1. I’ve always loved hummingbirds and want to pass on that love to my kids so I’m trying to find a great AND easy recipe to make their food. I know it’s basically sugar water but that is about it.

I did a quick search and found a very helpful website that shares a simple to make recipe (featured below). They also include hummingbird FAQs and info on making a garden to attract them. OOO don’t get me started on that one folks!

Hummingbird Nectar Recipe

1 part sugar/4 parts water

Boil the water first, then measure and add sugar, at the rate of 1/4 cup of sugar to 1 cup of water.

Let cool and store excess in refrigerator until ready to use.

Do not add food coloring, honey (which ferments), or artificial sweetener, which has no nutritional value.

You will need to clean your feeder every few days, with hot water and a mild (10%) bleach, or a water and vinegar solution, to inhibit mold. Rinse very thoroughly before refilling with water syrup.

Some things I learned while doing my research:

• Don’t use red dye in the food, which can be cancerous to them. They are attracted to the brightly colored feeders themselves.
• Don’t use honey EVER
• They are very territorial so multiple feeders, one in the front of the house and one in the back is best.

After learning they are territorial little creatures I’m now inspired to drag my little one into making another feeder for them. Of course, I’ll wait to see if we can attract any of them first, but what fun! Here is a link (branches off to several more) on how to make your own feeder.

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