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Eco-Friendly Hummingbird Feeders
Recycled Glass Hummingbird Feeders
Blown glass, in the most vibrant of hues is hand crafted by artisans into some of the greatest hummingbird feeders around. The leader in blown glass hummingbird feeders, the company Parasol uses recycled soda bottles for their feeders.
With quality to ensure many years of use and enjoyment, these feeders make wonderful gifts to be used again and again. The newer basin style feeders allow for larger nectar capacity and more hummingbirds to feed at once.
While traditional tube style hummingbird feeders have seen vast improvements to deter dripping and leaky spouts, they are still wildly popular with the tiny flying jewels, also known as hummingbirds. Whichever style feeder, basin or tube, the most important thing is to keep nectar fresh at all times, changing it every few days in warmer weather. It’s really quite simple to make your own nectar too, no red dye needed!
Check out this easy recipe and other hummingbird tips:
Simply use one cup ordinary white cane sugar to four cups water. It’s not necessary to boil the water, but using one cup boiled will dissolve sugar quickly. Add three cups cold water, and nectar is ready for feeders. Store unused sugar water in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. In extreme heat, be sure to change feeders often. Never use honey or syrup as it will ferment and cause hummers harm. Do not use artificial sweeteners. -
Hummingbird Feeders Go Eco
Reuse and Recycle with eco-friendly wild bird accessories.
Recycled glass has become very popular in the last few years. Even hummingbird feeders are available in this eco-friendly art glass. These feeders are high quality, and functional design for any environment.
The choices are amazing….you don’t have to use a red plastic version anymore! The myth of the red feeder is really just a myth. Tiny jewels know if the feeder has nectar in it for them…not sure how, but they know!
With the vibrant hues and creative designs, hummingbird feeders make lasting, and excellent gift choices for the nature lover on your list.
Commercial nectar is ok for hummingbirds, but we’ve found that plain old sugar actually works best to attract more hummers.
Simple Nectar Recipe: 1 cup sugar to 4 cups water…nothing else in the mix as it will harm hummingbirds.
You don’t have to boil the water–bacteria is spread through the bills of the hummingbirds at the feeders. Boiling water makes for quicker and easier dissolving of sugar. We boil 1 cup water, mix the sugar and add 3 cups cold water. The nectar is ready with no cooling time. Store unused portion in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. Happy Birding!
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Smart, Recycled Hummingbird Feeders
With sustainability being so important today, it’s great to know that some wild birding manufacturers take heed. Paramount in this field is a company called Parasol. Very well known for their gorgeous blown glass hummingbird feeders, each is hand crafted from recycled glass.
In vibrant hues, their hummingbird feeders are available in traditional tube styles, and basin, or gondola styles to prevent nectar from dripping. Feeders are also available in top feeding models with patented red glass feeding tubes. All designs are of the highest quality, cadmium and lead free to ensure hummers’ health. Crafted to last for years of use and enjoyment by hummingbirds and their hosts!