How to Boil Hummingbird Nectar

Hummingbird feeders are a way to attract hummingbirds to your backyard. Hummingbirds' long bills help them extract nectar from flowers. Hummingbird feeders are an additional source of nectar for these birds. Homemade nectar consists of simply water and sugar, and it is very easy to prepare.

Instructions

    • 1

      Pour four cups of water into a small pot and place it on a stove top burner.

    • 2

      Bring water to a rolling boil.

    • 3

      Add one cup of white sugar to the boiling water.

    • 4

      Stir the boiling sugar water for 1 to 2 minutes until the sugar is dissolved.

    • 5

      Turn off the burner and remove the pot of sugar water from heat. Let it stand until cooled.

    • 6

      Fill your hummingbird feeder with homemade nectar and store any remaining nectar in your refrigerator.