Tips & Advice

Feeding Tips

• With food resources scarcer now, it is essential to feed garden birds all year round
• Once you have started to feed the birds it is important to continue this, and develop a routine, as the birds will become reliant upon your help
• Provide food throughout the whole year especially during breeding, nesting and fledgling periods

Hygiene

• Always ensure garden birds have plenty of fresh clean water for drinking and bathing.
• Clean feeding and drinking areas regularly with a mild disinfectant
• Keep food fresh and dry, removing any wet food to prevent the spread of bacteria and diseases.

Storage

• Not suitable for human consumption
• Contains nuts
• Keep packaging away from children to avoid suffocation
• Store in a cool dry place
• Best used within 3 months of opening

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Why are the birds not visiting my feeders?

A. It is not uncommon for birds to take some time to visit new feeders or food that is offered. It can be down to the species in your area and other food resources that are available. Provide some cover for the birds and ensure some fresh drinking water is available.

Q. These nuts look wrinkled, are they safe for the birds?

A. We can assure you they are safe for the birds to consume, they have been tested prior to packing.

Q. Why use Gardman Peanuts—can I use salted/ flavoured/ roasted ones?

A. Gardman Peanuts are high in protein so they are a perfect for birds. Peanuts suitable for human consumption should not be offered.

Birds are unable to process the high levels of salt and may become very sick or even die.