GREETINGS, GARDENER!
LeAura’s 86 y/o Mom, who lives next door to us, called yesterday to ask what the ratio is again for sugar to water for hummingbird food. When we shared this on Facebook, one lady laughed and said she had just called her mother that morning to ask about the recipe ratio.
So it seems like a good time to share our hummingbird article.
Depending on where we are in our lifeline (or retainability), sometimes we’re providing the answers and sometimes we’re asking! For years we asked Mom. Now, when she asks us, we’re glad to help, and so — like the cycles of nature — goes the cycles of life.
HUMMINGBIRD FOOD, MIGRATION AND MORE
So, what is the hummingbird recipe ratio? 4 cups water to 1 cup sugar.
You can find that and more in this article on hummingbirds, food costs, migration recipes, and more.
The common ruby throat hummers have been reported in our area but haven’t returned to our yard yet. But we’re on the lookout, ready to welcome them to their summer home.
If your hummingbirds haven’t arrived, you may enjoy tracking them on the migration map that's included in the hummingbird article.
LOOKING FOR BEST HUMMINGBIRD FEEDERS?
Here’s our take from our experience. If you have different favorites, let us know; we’re glad to add them to this article.
WHEN TO PLANT WINTER SQUASH
The dates for when to plant winter squash can sneak up on you, so don’t let the name fool you. Winter squash is still planted in spring, but it can take 3-4 months to be ready for harvest.
Where are you in your planning/planting for winter squash? They’re SUCH an amazing food, but they need extra growing time, so plan early for a successful fall harvest.
BABY’S BREATH SPIREA
One of the outstanding features in our vegetable garden in early spring is the Spirea thunbergii or “Baby’s Breath Spirea”. Tiny white blossoms cover the length of every cascading branch. It’s like a “flower fall”. The magnificent display declares, “Spring is on!”
From our hearts to yours...may your garden spring forth!
Coleman & LeAura Alderson
