Do you feed hummingbirds?

I just bought a feeder and have been reading that after a few days any remaining nectar has to be discarded and the feeder washed.

How often do you clean yours? Do you use soap and water or a vinegar solution?

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Magenta · F

We only clean ours every time we fill it, maybe once a week, unless there aren't as many hummers feeding and it looks like it needs it. Very warm water and just a little dawn. Did you make your own nectar or purchase it?

MsSwan

@Magenta I bought pre-made nectar.

Magenta · F

@MsSwan We've always make our own. Just personal preference. But I didn't care for the food coloring in the pre-made.
Hope you get much enjoyment from watching them.

MsSwan

@Magenta Thank you. ❤

They have one that was clear, but I got the colored one because it was a couple dollars cheaper. The label says the coloring is safe for them.

Magenta · F

@MsSwan Ah ok, good. 🩷