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Hummingbird Food Recipe for Happy Birds

Make your own hummingbird food recipe to attract these beautiful birds. Quick and easy to prepare!
Print Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Beverage
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Measuring Cup
  • Stirring spoon
  • Feeder

Ingredients
  

Hummingbird Nectar

  • 1 cup granulated sugar Use white sugar, avoid honey.
  • 4 cups water Use clean, non-chlorinated water.

Instructions
 

  • Combine sugar and water in a saucepan.
  • Heat the mixture on medium until the sugar dissolves.
  • Remove from heat and let it cool completely.
  • Pour the cooled nectar into your hummingbird feeder.
  • Clean the feeder regularly and refill as needed.

Notes

You can store leftover nectar in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Keyword bird feeding, DIY hummingbird nectar, homemade bird food, hummingbird food