Happy March!! Believe it or not, Spring is just around the corner. That first warm, sunny day of the year when the sky is bright blue and the birds are singing always makes me ready to plant our garden and put out our feeders. But, when should I put out my hummingbird feeder? Why…
It is so very important to clean your hummingbird feeder bottles! No matter what type of hummingbird feeder you have, keeping it clean is essential both for the health of your hummers and for the maintenance of your outdoor space! Hummingbird feeders left to themselves become a hotspot for mold, ants, and bacteria. Think about…
As October begins, hummingbirds also begin to migrate from some regions of the USA. But, the timing does vary by region (if you’re curious as to when you should take down your feeder, check out this blog)! Wether the time is now or still a few weeks away, though, we wanted to share a few…
This is a common question every year as the summer wraps up and pumpkins seem to appear everywhere overnight: When should you take your hummingbird feeder down for winter? The hard thing about this question is that there is not a blanket answer for everyone. There are general patterns in hummingbird migration that we can…
You’ve got your Sweet Feeder (Yay!!!) – but now what? If hummingbirds already frequent your area, they may show up on their own within 24 hours of putting your feeder up. If they aren’t familiar with your area, though, or are already accustomed to visiting other feeders, we want to share a few tricks we’ve…
“How do I keep bees away from my feeder?” That has to be a contender for our MOST most frequently asked question! An Unfortunately Common Problem Are you having trouble with bees or wasps drinking from your feeder? Unfortunately, it is rare to find a hummingbird feeder of any brand or model that isn’t…
“How do I keep my hummingbird feeder from getting moldy?” First, this is unfortunately a problem with any and all hummingbird feeders, not just Sweet Feeders! Leaving sugar water in a small, enclosed space out in the summer heat is a perfect recipe for mold. However, we have some helpful tips to avoid this problem!…
We love the summertime around here…especially since we have access to a pool this year! No matter how much fun those long summer evenings and nights are, though, the days can be brutal. Everything outside is impacted by the heat – even your feeder! Heat can cause nectar to thicken and drip (or evaporate altogether!),…
Did you know you can make your own hummingbird nectar in just a matter of minutes?! We highly recommend this simple DIY. Here are a few reasons why: 1. Homemade nectar may be healthier for hummingbirds than most store-bought nectars. That’s right: many store-bought nectars may actually be harmful to hummingbirds, due to their containing…
1. Refresh your planters Add variety and color to your yard and patio by putting fresh flowers in your planters. A trip to your local nursery can get you all set for the spring and summer. Make sure that the flowers you choose are best for the particular lighting in the area of your yard…