Gifts for the Gardener
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Capture the Beauty of the Humming Birds
What could be better than sitting on your deck watching the dance of the Hummingbird? Enjoy its delicate beauty as you watch a hummingbird suspended in air as it sips nectar from a plant or a feeder.
We offer a wide selection of Hummingbird Feeders this Spring. The artful design of our feeders will match the artistry of this little bird's dance.
The Audubon Society suggests that Hummingbirds return to this area in mid April and will stay until July when they migrate south for the Winter.
A few pointers to help get you feeder noticed:
Place it in a good spot where the feeder will be easily seen by the Hummingbirds. You can move it to a different place after they start coming.
A shady location is best. This will help your food to stay fresh and will discourage bees. To discourage ants, slather petroleum jelly on the pole.
Hummingbirds tend to be more aggressive if only a few birds come to feed. It is helpful to separate feeders by placing them 30 feet apart or hiding them from each other.
Clean feeder every 3 days in hot weather and every 7 days in cooler weather. Hummingbirds do not like "old" solution and will reject it.
We carry Hummingbird Food for your convenience (no boiling needed!) or you can make your own by combining 1 part white sugar to 4 parts water. Bring to a slow boil for 2 minutes. Cool before pouring into feeder. Extra food may be stored in the refrigerator (Do not freeze). Never use honey or artificial sweeteners!
For more information about plants that attract Hummingbirds, we have put together a list of perennials that will be available at the Nursery this season. Be watching for our notice that they have arrived!
