Perky-Pet® Ready-to-Use Red Hummingbird Nectar nourishes and hydrates hummingbirds with a bird-friendly recipe that’s been reverse-engineered to mimic real flower nectar. It’s packaged in a lightweight, easy-to-use aluminum can and requires no boiling or mixing – just pop it open, pour the nectar into your feeder, and recycle. Hummingbirds will appreciate the beneficial food source, and hummingbird enthusiasts can put their feet up and enjoy watching the dazzling birds buzzing about and dining at the feeder.
Mimics Real Flower Nectar
Because of their high-energy lifestyle, hummingbirds need to eat constantly. Perky-Pet® Ready-to-Use Red Hummingbird Nectar features a bird-friendly recipe that mimics the real flower nectar hummingbirds feed from in nature. It is made of pure cane sugar to provide hummingbirds with the essential energy they need to thrive. Plus, the all-natural red color is derived from fruits and vegetables and contains no red dye #40.
Convenient & Easy to Use
Our sweet hummingbird nectar comes ready to use in a stay-flower-fresh aluminum can so it's convenient for you and just right for the hummingbirds. There’s no need to mix it or boil it – just pop it open, pour the nectar into your favorite hummingbird feeder, recycle the empty can, and enjoy watching your hummingbird visitors. The unique can design is lightweight and portable to allow for no-spill filling.
100% Recyclable
The aluminum can is 100% recyclable to ensure zero waste. Just separate the label from the can before recycling both pieces. Aluminum is considered one of the most environmentally friendly materials because, unlike plastic, aluminum is infinitely recyclable. With Perky-Pet® Ready-to-Use Red Hummingbird Nectar you can feel good about your contribution to the birds and the environment they live in.
Perky-Pet® Ready-to-Use Red Hummingbird Nectar Product Details
Do you want to know more helpful details about Ready-to-Use Red Hummingbird Nectar? Take a closer look at the in-depth specifications for this product.
Perky-Pet® Ready-to-Use Red Hummingbird Nectar
Model #
523
Size
16 oz can
Nectar Type
Ready-to-use
Color
Red
Contains
Pure cane sugar
Usage Notes
No boiling or mixing required. Refrigerate after opening.
This product is not intended for human consumption.
Answer by: Susan (Admin) on May 8, 2023, 2:08 PM
Can I use this to make a cocktail with vodka or something?
Question by: Anakin Skywalker on Apr 12, 2025, 6:32 PM
Thank you very much for contacting us. It would be our pleasure to assist you.
This bird-friendly nectar is specially formulated to mimic the natural sugar content of real flower nectar and is intended exclusively for hummingbirds. We do not recommend using it for human consumption or mixing it with alcohol or other beverages, as it is not designed for that purpose.
Please let us know if you have any further questions!
Answer by: Karla Chavez (Admin) on Apr 24, 2025, 4:06 PM
How long will an open can stay fresh if refrigerated?
Question by: Sheila Kermes on May 7, 2023, 6:15 PM
Nectar from open cans can be transferred to another container and stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 30 days.
Answer by: Susan (Admin) on May 9, 2023, 11:20 AM
How often do I need to change this nectar in feeder?
Question by: Glenda on Jun 6, 2023, 12:55 PM
Generally, hummingbird food should be replaced every 3 to 5 days and feeders should be cleaned at least once per week.
Answer by: Lauren Potter (Admin) on Jun 7, 2023, 7:45 AM
Isn't there laws about having non food items packaged in manor similar to human food because it can cause accidental poisoning?
Question by: Persephone on Feb 14, 2026, 6:18 AM
Hi, thank you for reaching us. We understand your concern. However, the cans are properly labeled, indicating that the product is for hummingbirds, and it doesn't contain any hazardous or potentially toxic ingredients that require special packaging or labeling.
Answer by: Guillermo (Admin) on Feb 16, 2026, 10:09 AM