Hummingbird nectar recipe for the perfect backyard feeders!
A simple and effective recipe for making hummingbird nectar to attract these beautiful birds to your backyard feeders.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 2 cups of nectar
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 part granulated sugar
- 4 parts water
Instructions
- Boil the water in a saucepan.
- Add the granulated sugar to the boiling water.
- Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Remove from heat and let the mixture cool.
- Fill your hummingbird feeders with the cooled nectar.
- Store any leftover nectar in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Notes
- Do not add red dye to the nectar; it is unnecessary and can be harmful to the birds.
- Clean your feeders regularly to prevent mold and bacteria growth.
- Change the nectar every few days, especially in hot weather.