Where should you hang a hummingbird feeder? Which feeder works best? What's the ideal nectar recipe? And how can you create a yard that hummingbirds will visit again and again? In this episode, I share expert advice from hummingbird rescuers and ornithologists to answer the most common questions about attracting these incredible birds. You'll learn why one of the best feeders costs under 10 bucks, where to place it for the greatest success, how to make safe homemade nectar, and how to set it up in under 10 minutes. Whether you're hoping to help migrating hummingbirds, enjoy more backyard wildlife, or simply experience the joy these tiny birds bring, this episode will give you the confidence to create a welcoming haven for them. Tune in and discover how a few simple changes can make a big difference—for both you and the hummingbirds.
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Best Hummingbird Feeder: I love this hard-working, easy-to-clean, ten-dollar feeder! “First Nature 3051”. It has a seating rail, is easy to clean, and lasts a long time.
This is the inexpensive, great little brush set I use to keep the feeder rims and openings in the little plastic flowers free of mold.
Fastest Thing on Wings: Rescuing Hummingbirds in Hollywood by Terry Masear.
Hummingbird Migration Map by Empress of Dirt.
Here are links to buy seeds for easy-growing plants hummingbirds (and other pollinators that need our support) will love!
Foxglove, Lupine, Snapdragon, Morning Glory, Zinnia Elegans Seed Set, around 10 dollars :)
Red Cardinal Flower-beautiful, delicate, trumpet-like blooms.
If you don't live in hummingbird country or you just want to see hummingbirds building their nests and feeding their young up close, check out the world-famous, breathtaking Bella Live Web Cam, it's free.
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