Homemade Hummingbird Nectar Recipe
A simple and natural recipe to make your own hummingbird nectar at home, attracting these beautiful birds to your garden.
Equipment
- 1 Saucepan
- 1 Measuring Cup
- 1 whisk or spoon
- 1 clean container for storage
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 cups water
- Optional: 1-2 drops natural food coloring red
Instructions
- Prepare the Nectar
- In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar with 4 cups of water
- Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar completely dissolves
- Bring to a gentle boil and cook for 2-3 minutes
- Remove from heat and let cool completely
- Customize (Optional)
- Optional: Add 1-2 drops of natural red food coloring to make the nectar more attractive to hummingbirds
- Store and Use
- Pour the cooled nectar into a clean container
- Store in the refrigerator until ready to use
- Fill your hummingbird feeder with the homemade nectar
Notes
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This recipe makes about 1 quart of hummingbird nectar
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Store unused nectar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks
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Clean your hummingbird feeder regularly to prevent bacteria growth
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Do not use honey or artificial sweeteners as they can harm hummingbirds
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The ratio of sugar to water should always be 1:4 for proper nutrition