Hang a clean hummingbird feeder filled with fresh nectar
Mix nectar with 1 part white sugar to 4 parts water
Do not use red dye, honey, or artificial sweeteners
Place feeders in a shady, visible, quiet location
Keep feeders clean and refill them regularly
Plant native nectar-rich flowers such as salvia, bee balm, trumpet vine, and columbine
Use red accents on feeders or nearby garden items
Provide a shallow water source or mist for bathing
Avoid pesticides and herbicides
Offer perches such as small branches or garden stakes
Keep feeders away from windows to reduce collisions
Put out multiple feeders if hummingbirds are territorial
Maintain blooms and feeders throughout the season
Remove ants and wasps with proper feeder guards or placement