Hummingbirds flap their wings an average of 70 times each second. Because of their high-energy lifestyle, hummingbirds need to eat constantly. Perky-Pet® Original Instant Hummingbird Nectar is just what you need to keep all your hungry hummers happy and well fed. It’s convenient for you and tasty for your hummingbirds. Plus, the 2-lb bag makes up to 192 ounces of hummingbird nectar, so you’ll be in good supply through many visits.
Easy to Use
This concentrate makes feeding hummingbirds simple, just add water to the powder. Simply mix 3 tablespoons of concentrate powder to 7 ounces of water until you create the desired amount of nectar. There's no need to boil it! Store any excess pre-mixed nectar in the refrigerator for later use. Be sure to clean and refill your hummingbird feeder on a regular basis to ensure healthy, happy hummingbirds and repeat visits.
Red Color Attracts Hummingbirds
Original Instant Hummingbird Nectar features a bold red color that mimics the vibrantly colored flowers that hummingbirds visit in nature. They won’t be able to resist stopping for a drink!
Made of 100% Sucrose
Perky-Pet® Original Instant Hummingbird Nectar is made of 100% sucrose so your hummingbirds get just the essential energy they need to thrive. Hummingbird nectars mixed with sucrose more closely mimic natural flower nectar than artificial fructose and dextrose mixtures. Hummingbirds more easily digest sucrose, so the energy is delivered faster!
Perky-Pet® Original Instant Hummingbird Nectar Product Details
Do you want to know more helpful details about Original Instant Hummingbird Nectar? Take a closer look at the in-depth specifications for this product.
Perky-Pet® Original Instant Hummingbird Nectar
Model #
244SFB
Size
2 lb bag
Nectar Type
Powder Concentrate
Color
Red
Contains
100% sucrose
Usage Notes
Mix with water for desired nectar amount, no refrigeration required
Love the space efficiency of the powder nectar concentrate. More economical, better for storage, better shelf life, and same happy results with hummingbird visitors. I just restocked for my house, my brother’s and my mother’s, and it all fits in a compact box. Amazing!
Our powdered nectar has no shelf life before being mixed. Once mixed, it can be stored covered in the fridge for up to one month.
Answer by: Woodstream (Admin) on Aug 26, 2020, 8:00 PM
How much water do I need to make a 1LB pack of perky pet instant nectar concentrate
Question by: Esmeralda on May 7, 2025, 7:51 PM
Hi, thank you for reaching us. You need 14 fl oz of water to mix 1 lb of powder, this information can be found on the back of the package.
Answer by: Guillermo (Admin) on May 9, 2025, 9:13 AM
I purchased the above powder concentrate nectar at the end of last year and when I opened a package this year it had an unusual odor and when I mixed it it was purple instead of red. Happen to all the packages I purchased last August of 2024. My birds do not seem to be drinking it this year as they are returning. What does this mean?
Question by: Michael Caporale on May 4, 2025, 11:20 AM
Thank you very much for contacting us. It would be our pleasure to assist you.
We’re sorry to hear about your experience with the nectar powder. The change in color and unusual odor may indicate that the product has degraded, especially if it was not stored in a cool, dry place.
For the safety of the hummingbirds, we recommend discontinuing use of any packages that appear discolored or have an off odor.
Answer by: Karla Chavez (Admin) on May 5, 2025, 1:08 PM
I bought this product for years but this year when I put it out one bird came to feeder once briefly and then disappeared! What do you think that means?
Question by: Beverly Golden on Apr 19, 2025, 4:05 AM
Thank you for reaching out and for your continued loyalty to Perky-Pet® products over the years. Hummingbird behavior can vary from year to year due to several factors, including shifts in migration patterns, changes in local habitat, or even variations in weather. In some cases, the availability of other food sources nearby—like blooming flowers or additional feeders—may also influence where hummingbirds choose to feed
Answer by: Kimberly (Admin) on Apr 30, 2025, 1:43 PM
What’s specifically is the red color made from?
Question by: Keona Prokop on Jun 13, 2025, 9:45 PM
Thank you very much for contacting us.
The red color in Perky-Pet® nectar is made using FDA-approved red dye. All ingredients, including the coloring, meet safety standards. If there were ever conclusive evidence that red dye causes harm to birds, we would immediately remove the product from shelves. The health and safety of the birds remain our number one priority.
Answer by: Karla (Admin) on Jun 16, 2025, 10:39 AM