Create A Hummingbird Habitat

Hummingbird Habitats: Bring the Flutters to Your Garden

Hummingbirds are tiny, high-energy marvels that bring motion, color, and a little magic to your backyard. With just a few easy steps, you can turn your outdoor space into a hummingbird hangout they’ll love — and you’ll get to enjoy the show.

Why Welcome Hummingbirds?

• Busy Little Pollinators: Their long beaks help them reach flowers that other birds can’t, boosting your garden’s bloom power.
• Tiny Bug Patrol: They snack on gnats, aphids, and other little pests — all while looking adorable doing it.
• Fueling the Hustle: Hummingbirds eat every 10–15 minutes and can put away twice their body weight in nectar daily. That’s a lot of pit stops, and you can help them keep going.

How to Create a Hummingbird Habitat

1. Hang Up Feeders

• Choose feeders with red accents — hummingbirds can’t resist them.
• Place at least two in separate spots to avoid territorial squabbles.
• Clean feeders regularly with a vinegar-and-water solution (one part vinegar, two parts water) and rinse well before refilling.

2. Make Simple, Safe Nectar

• Recipe: Mix 4 parts hot water with 1 part white sugar. Boil for 2 minutes; let cool before filling feeders.
• Helpful Tips:
  • Skip honey, raw sugar, and red dyes — they can do more harm than good.
  • Hang feeders in the shade to help keep nectar fresh (no one likes a sour drink).

3. Add a Perch with Pop’s® Hummingbird Swings

These charming little swings give your hummingbirds a place to rest between feedings — and give you a front-row seat to their antics.

• Elegant designs with a natural look
• Includes a stainless steel hook for easy hanging
• Comes with a hummingbird care FAQ card
• Made in the USA and backed by a lifetime guarantee

Available in-store at SummerWinds Nursery

4. Upgrade Your Feeder Game with Nature’s Way

Add both beauty and function to your yard with these high-quality feeders.

• EcoCycle Fly-Through Feeder: Made from recycled materials, open design, easy to clean, great for a variety of birds.
• Artisan Gravity Hummingbird Feeder: Hand-blown glass, lifelike flower ports, and a 360-degree perch.
• Mason Jar Hummingbird Feeder (Antique Teal): Vintage charm in a compact design, perfect for patios or small spaces.

✨ Available in-store at SummerWinds
🔗 Find More Details on these Beautiful Feeders on Nature’s Way site ›

5. Plant a Hummingbird Buffet

Fill your garden with tubular flowers in vibrant reds, oranges, and pinks. They’ll keep your hummingbirds coming back for seconds.

See Our Recommended Plant List →

Keeping Your Hummingbird Setup Happy

• Refresh nectar every 5–7 days in cooler weather or every 2–3 days in warmer weather — or sooner if it looks cloudy.
• Keep feeders clean to avoid mold and bacteria.
• Place everything in partial shade to create a comfortable, inviting space.