Stokes wild bird food is an effective way to draw birds of many varieties into your garden or outdoor space, from small backyard flocks to larger flocks at larger supermarket chains. Many consumers also opt to purchase it from garden centres or specialist pet shops for optimal results.
An ideal bird seed mix should contain high concentrations of popular seeds like millet and sunflower, while excluding cheaper fillers such as cracked corn or milo.
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Basic seed blends
Basic seed blends feature an assortment of seeds to attract various species of wild birds. They typically include black oil sunflower seeds, millet and hulled corn; their market is expected to experience significant growth over the forecast period.
Popular bird feeder types include hummingbird feeders, suet feeders and tube feeders. Squirrel-resistant feeders may help deter squirrels while their durable construction withstands harsh weather conditions.
The Stokes Select Easy Fill Metal Thistle Bird Feeder is an effective way to attract many species of wild birds with its two separate seed compartments and large feeding area. With drainage holes designed to keep seed fresh and an integrated seed diverter to avoid clogging, as well as its metal roof to protect its contents from weather elements, this feeder holds up to 5 lb of seed with ease and refilling can be accomplished quickly and effortlessly.
Black oil sunflower seeds
Black oil sunflower seeds are an easy, delicious way to feed all species of birds, providing high energy, fat-rich nourishment that includes protein, vitamins and minerals essential to their wellbeing. Hulled varieties offer added savings while minimising messy accumulation under feeders by keeping lightweight hulls contained within its boundaries.
Black oil sunflowers differ from their counterparts by producing multiple “faces” of individual disk flowers instead of just one large bloom. While petals around each face are technically called ray flowers, the center contains hundreds of separate disc flowers that can be removed individually to reveal seeds beneath.
Plant black oil sunflowers in well-draining, organically rich soil with two inches of mulch to suppress weeds and ensure enough water. They require plenty of attention early on but once established can tolerate some drought conditions. Be sure to monitor their needs during hot, dry spells; only add additional water when absolutely necessary for their health and blooming success; this way your birdseed will stay safe and bloom for as long as possible!
Suet feeders
Suet feeders designed with clinging birds in mind are an effective way to attract woodpeckers, nuthatches and chickadees. The large hopper holds 8 lb of seed and features two easy-open suet cakes; its roof design diverts rain and snow away from them while keeping the cakes dry. In addition, its design includes small seed cakes for nesting materials in spring as well as orange halves during summer – perfect for this weatherproof feeder made of metal featuring weather-resistant moccasin and hammered copper finishes!
High Energy Suet cakes are an ideal way to attract clinging feeder birds such as black-capped chickadees, nuthatches, downy and red-breasted woodpeckers, tufted titmice and wrens. Each cake contains an exclusive blend of premium ingredients with an outstanding melt-resistant formula, providing these wild birds with concentrated energy sources all year long – not only in winter months but also as nesting material when spring and summer arrive! They make year-round feeders!
Tube feeders
Bird feeders can add natural beauty and relaxation to your home, while also sparking children’s curiosity about nature. There is an assortment of feeders on the market designed for specific bird species while others have multiple blends for easier filling and cleaning – tube feeders may be especially suitable as their rooftop design keeps seeds dry while making cleaning simple; you can mount or hang one from a pole; they feature 6 feeding ports and perches if pole mounting doesn’t suit you!
