Nectarade® Ready to Use Liquid Nectar, 8.5 fl. oz.
Pure cane sugar, with no dyes and no preservatives.- A little potassium chloride and calcium carbonate added: Pop's reasoning, built on what hummingbirds find in nature.
- Sealed, it's guaranteed for 3 years, so stocking up for the season is safe.
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Made to mimic nature
Nectar, the way flowers make it
Hummingbirds drink from flowers. Pop's nectar is pure cane sugar with a little potassium chloride and calcium carbonate added: Pop's reasoning, built on what they find in nature. No dyes and no preservatives.
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Description
Pop's Nectarade® is pure cane sugar nectar with a few simple additions: potassium chloride, calcium carbonate and wildflower hydrosols. No dyes and no preservatives. Nectar is fuel; insects supply the protein, so pair your feeder with native flowers that bring both.
- Pure cane sugar, with no dyes or preservatives. A little citric acid is added only to adjust pH.
- Wildflower hydrosols: water steam-distilled from mixed wildflowers.
- Contains potassium chloride, a mineral salt. Flower nectar naturally carries trace salts like this.
- Includes a little calcium carbonate. Researchers have watched nesting females eat calcium-rich soil and grit; adding calcium is Pop's reasoning, built on that observation.
- Ready to use: one bag yields 8.5 oz of Nectarade®.
Ingredients: Water, Sugar, Wildflower Hydrosols, Potassium Chloride, Citric Acid (pH adjustment), Calcium Carbonate
Change nectar every 2–3 days in normal weather, every 1–2 days when it's 90°F or hotter, and right away if it turns cloudy. Our Nectar Change Calculator gives your exact schedule.
Specifications
- SKU
- NRT8.5
- UPC
- 744271972177
- Dimensions
- 3.75" (L) x 1.75" (W) x 7.75" (H)
- Weight
- Makes
- 8.5 fl oz of nectar
- Made in
- 100% Made in the USA
- Warranty
- Limited Lifetime Warranty
Mixing & care
Clean the feeder each time you change the nectar.
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Trusted by backyard bird lovers, nature centers, garden retailers, and hummingbird enthusiasts across North America.
What's in Pop's nectar
Pure cane sugar with a few simple additions, and nothing artificial. Nectar is fuel; insects supply the protein, so pair your feeder with native flowers that bring both.
Pure cane sugarNo dyes and no preservatives.
Potassium chlorideA mineral salt. Flower nectar naturally carries trace salts like this.
Calcium carbonateResearchers have watched nesting females eat calcium-rich soil and grit; adding calcium is Pop's reasoning, built on that.
Wildflower hydrosols (Nectarade®)Water steam-distilled from mixed wildflowers.
Pop's estimates
How much nectar do I need?
Fill your feeder only as full as the birds will finish before the next change: every 2–3 days in normal weather, every 1–2 days when it's 90°F or hotter. Here's roughly what that adds up to.
| Your yard | Nectar used in season | Our pick for this nectar |
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| One feeder, a few visitorsFilled 1/4 to 1/2 full | About 25–50 oz a month | 12 Pack every 2 months |
| 1–2 feeders, a busy summerSeveral birds a day | About 50–100 oz a month | 12 Pack every month |
| A busy yard, 3 or more feedersPeak migration traffic | About 150 oz or more a month | Try the Concentrate or 2 lb Powder: far less per ounce |
Every yard is different: the number of birds and the heat change how fast nectar goes.
Which nectar is right for you?
Compare all 4 nectars
Nectarlyte® Powder, 8 oz | 
Nectarlyte® Powder, 2 lb | 
Nectarade® Concentrate, 50.7 oz | 
Nectarade® Ready to Use, 8.5 ozYou're viewing | |
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| Makes | About 34 fl oz | Over 1 gallon | About 150 fl oz | 8.5 fl oz |
| How to mix | 1 part powder to 4 parts warm water | 1 part powder to 4 parts warm water | 1 part concentrate to 2 parts water | No mixing: shake and pour |
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| Best for | Trying Pop's nectar, or one feeder | The best value for a whole season | Quick mixing for busy yards | No measuring, or refills on the go |
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Cost per ounce is for nectar once it's mixed. Tap (i) to see every pack size.
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Build a hummingbird sanctuary
Hang it in the right spot
Hang it 4–6 feet high, with morning sun and afternoon shade, near a tree or shrub for cover. Pick a spot you can see from a window. See the placement guide.
Give them a place to rest
Pop's rule of thumb: hang a hummingbird swing about 1 foot from the feeder, at the same height, so they have a comfortable place to rest beside their food.
Add cover and flowers
Choose a sheltered spot near tall flowering shrubs, so they have somewhere to retreat and natural nectar close by. Pop's wildflower seed mix is an easy start.
Keep the nectar fresh
Change nectar every 2–3 days in normal weather, every 1–2 days when it's 90°F or hotter, and right away if it turns cloudy. Pop's nectar adds calcium and electrolytes.
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It started with one swing
Captivated by the mystique and originality of the hummingbird, William “Pops” Sloan began the quest to invite more wonder into the lives of birders everywhere, so everyone could experience the joy and awe of a hummingbird sighting firsthand. Thus, the hummingbird swing was born.
Our mission: Pop's Birding is dedicated to helping people attract, understand, and enjoy hummingbirds through innovative products, practical education, and decades of hands-on experience.
Family-run · Made in the USA · Limited lifetime warranty ·Designed by hummingbird enthusiasts
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Nectar questions
The things bird lovers ask us most.
Choosing your nectar
Which nectar should I choose?
Powder (Nectarlyte®) and Concentrate (Nectarade®) are the best value: you mix only what your feeder holds. Ready to Use needs no measuring at all. See Compare all 4 nectars for how much each makes and the cost per ounce.
How much nectar do I need?
It depends on how many feeders you have, their size, and how often you change the nectar. Tap Help me choose how much under Subscribe & save, or see the How much nectar do I need? table.
What's the difference between Nectarlyte® and Nectarade®?
Nectarlyte® is a powder you mix with warm water (1 part to 4). Nectarade® is a liquid, either Concentrate (1 part to 2 parts water) or Ready to Use. Both are pure cane sugar with potassium chloride and calcium carbonate; Nectarade® also has wildflower hydrosols.
Mixing & freshness
How do I mix it?
Nectarlyte® Powder: 1 part powder to 4 parts warm water. Nectarade® Concentrate: 1 part concentrate to 2 parts water. Ready to Use: shake and pour. The Nectar Change Calculator has batch sizes.
How often should I change the nectar?
Change nectar every 2–3 days in normal weather, every 1–2 days when it's 90°F or hotter, and right away if it turns cloudy.
How long does Pop's nectar keep?
Sealed, it's guaranteed for 3 years when stored in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight. Once mixed, refrigerate any extra in a sealed container and use it within about a week. How long nectar lasts
Do I need red dye?
No. Hummingbirds are drawn to the red parts of a feeder, not red nectar. Pop's nectar has no dyes.
Subscribe & save
How does Subscribe & save work?
Your first order ships now. Choose how often you’d like a delivery, and you save 10% on every one. We email you 3 days before each order.
Can I skip, pause or cancel?
Yes, at any time. Sign in to your account, open your subscription, and choose Skip, Pause or Cancel.
What about winter?
Pause your subscription when the birds leave and resume it when they come back, right from your account. Nothing ships while it’s paused. Take feeders down about two weeks after your last sighting: when to take feeders down.
When are hummingbirds around where I live?
It depends on where you live. See our state hummingbird guides for when they usually arrive and leave.
