For the past 30 years of my life I have fed hummingbirds. It started with my mom and her love for hummingbirds. I watched the joy it brought her throughout her life and it was something we both did. It was the topic of many conversations. Even though my mom has since passed away, I will continue the tradition until I am gone. My knowledge of hummingbirds extends to my family and friends. Use your own mixture of 1 cup sugar to 4 cups water, boil and cool, no red dye. Keep feeder clean.