Gather materials: plastic bottle, red paint, floral tape, wire, sugar water. Paint the bottle red, create feeding holes, attach wire for hanging.
Make nectar: Boil water, mix sugar, cool. Fill the feeder with nectar. Hang the feeder in a quiet, shady spot away from predators.
Maintenance: Clean the feeder every few days with hot water. Replace nectar every 2-3 days, especially in hot weather. Enjoy watching hummingbirds!
Attracting Hummingbirds: Plant native flowers like bee balm, trumpet vine, and salvia. Provide perches and water sources. Avoid pesticides in your yard.
Benefits of Hummingbirds: Pollinate flowers, control insect populations, bring beauty and joy to your garden. Create a welcoming habitat for these tiny wonders.
Share Your Feeder: Encourage friends and neighbors to build feeders. Join local birdwatching groups. Learn more about hummingbirds and their conservation efforts.