1: Create a hummingbird-friendly garden with a variety of brightly colored flowers and feeders.

2: Provide fresh nectar in feeders, changing every 3-5 days to prevent spoilage.

3: Offer small insects and spiders as a protein-rich supplement to their diet.

4: Keep feeders clean and free of mold to avoid making hummingbirds sick.

5: Plant native flowers to attract hummingbirds with natural food sources.

6: Provide perches for resting and nesting spots for hummingbird families.

7: Avoid the use of pesticides in your yard to protect hummingbirds and other wildlife.

8: Hang feeders in shaded areas to keep nectar fresh longer in the September heat.

9: Continue to support hummingbirds as they migrate south by keeping feeders stocked and gardens welcoming.