Content

• Steps
• Tips
• Warnings
• What do you need

It's simple, homemade hummingbird nectar will make them happy and save you money. Most importantly, there is no red food coloring in this nectar, which is believed to be harmful to hummingbirds.

Steps

1. 1 Mix sugar and water using 1 part sugar and 4 parts water. Here's a simple guide to make the math easier:
   • 1 cup sugar for 4 cups water
   • 3/4 cup sugar for 3 cups water
   • 1/2 cup sugar for 2 cups water
2. 2 Mix sugar and water. Bring to a boil, stirring all the time.
3. 3 Let the sugar mixture cool.
4. 4 Refill your hummingbird feeder every couple of days.
5. 5 Excess nectar can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
6. 6 Change the hummingbird nectar every two days. Do this more often if you notice mold or fermentation.
7. 7 Clean the hummingbird feeder with a solution of vinegar and water. Do this every time before filling again; feeder.

Tips

• Filtered water is better than tap water. The high metabolism of hummingbirds makes them more vulnerable to impurities.
• Be sure to chill the water, otherwise the sugar will crystallize inside the trough.

Warnings

• Do not wash the feeder in the dishwasher and do not use harsh detergents or soaps. Even a little soap can harm them.

What do you need

• Sugar
• Water
• Pan
• Spoon or whisk
• Hummingbird feeder
• Vinegar