Gardeners Dream Robin & Songbird Seed - Garden Birds
Specifically designed for Robins, Gardeners Dream Robin & Songbird Mix can also be fed as an all y...Specifically designed for Robins, Gardeners Dream Robin & Songbird Mix can also be fed as an all year round, high energy feed for all birds. It includes pinhead oatmeal because this provides high energy plus essential high carb - it is chopped to a pinhead size for all small and slender beaked birds. Sunflower hearts are from the black oil sunflower so have the highest available energy values of all the sunflower varieties. Gammarus is a small dried shrimp which offers high protein values similar to mealworms which also have high fat and good insectivorous protein. Peanut granules are very fine grade pieces of peanut including the nib, which is the part of the peanut containing the highest levels of nutrients. It is critical that whole peanuts don't get into this blend which would put the smaller birds and fledglings at risk (whole peanuts shouldn't be fed from a table or tubular feeder). We sieve all chopped peanuts before they are added to make sure that whole peanuts aren't included. Other healthy ingredients within the mixture include: Suet Pellets, Ash Berries, Currants and Red Millet Seed. As a result, this feed is rich in vitamins, proteins and oils to provide a balanced and complete diet for wild garden birds. All sizes available are supplied in a clear and reusable tub, which are easy to carry and store. Please store in a cool, dry place below 14 °C.
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This Gardeners Dream Robin & Songbird Seed mix is ideal for gardeners looking to provide a high-energy, nutritious food source for wild birds, particularly robins and other songbirds. Its key benefit is offering a balanced diet rich in vitamins, proteins, and oils. A potential consideration is that it's designed as an all-year-round feed, meaning it can be used beyond just robin season. The blend features pinhead oatmeal for energy, sunflower hearts for maximum caloric value, dried shrimp (Gammarus) for protein, and fine peanut granules, all carefully sieved to exclude whole peanuts, ensuring safety for smaller birds.
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FAQs
Can I feed this mix all year round?
Yes, Gardeners Dream Robin & Songbird Seed is designed as a high-energy feed suitable for all seasons. It provides essential nutrients throughout the year, supporting birds during breeding, migration, and colder months.
Is this mix safe for very small birds and fledglings?
Yes, the ingredients are chopped to a pinhead size, and all chopped peanuts are sieved to ensure no whole peanuts are present, making it safe for small and slender-beaked birds, including fledglings.
What are the main benefits of the ingredients used?
Pinhead oatmeal provides high energy and carbohydrates. Sunflower hearts offer maximum energy. Gammarus (dried shrimp) provides high protein. Peanut granules are nutrient-rich. Other ingredients like suet, berries, and millet add further vitamins and oils.
How should I store the bird seed?
Store the seed in its reusable tub in a cool, dry place, ideally below 14°C, to maintain freshness and prevent spoilage.
Can I feed this to birds other than robins and songbirds?
Yes, while ideal for robins and songbirds, its high-energy and balanced nutritional profile makes it suitable for a wide variety of common garden birds.
What should I do if the seed gets wet?
In damp conditions, it's best to remove uneaten seed promptly to prevent mold. Consider using feeders with rain protection or only putting out small amounts that birds can consume quickly.
Troubleshooting
Birds are not eating the seed.
Ensure the feeding location is safe and accessible. Check if the seed is fresh and has been stored correctly. Birds can be wary of new food types; offer it consistently for a few days. Ensure no whole peanuts are present, as this blend is designed for smaller birds.
Seed appears to be getting wet or moldy.
This can happen in damp conditions. Remove uneaten seed promptly, especially after rain. Consider using a feeder with a rain guard or feeding only what birds can consume in a day. Ensure the storage area is completely dry.
Only larger birds are eating the seed.
While designed for small-beaked birds, ensure your feeder aperture is not too large. Ground feeding or using a tray feeder may help smaller birds access the seed more easily.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Provides a highly energetic and balanced diet for wild birds.
Includes ingredients beneficial for insectivorous and granivorous species.
Carefully processed to ensure the safety of smaller birds and fledglings.
Suitable for feeding year-round, supporting birds through all seasons.
Packaged in a convenient and reusable tub.
Cons
May attract a wider range of birds than just robins and songbirds.
Requires specific storage conditions (cool, dry, below 14°C) to maintain freshness.
Not suitable for areas with a high risk of mold or dampness.
Setup, Compatibility & Care
Feeding Recommendations:
This seed mix can be offered on bird tables, in seed feeders, or on the ground. Ensure feeding stations are kept clean to prevent the spread of disease.
Remove any uneaten food after a day or two, especially in wet weather, to prevent mold.
Compatibility:
While specifically formulated for robins and songbirds, this high-energy mix is suitable for a wide range of common garden birds including finches, tits, sparrows, blackbirds, and thrushes.
Ensure feeders are appropriate for the seed size to prevent spillage.
Storage and Care:
Store the seed in its original reusable tub in a cool, dry place.
Maintain a storage temperature below 14°C to preserve freshness and prevent spoilage.
The reusable tub should be cleaned periodically. Allow it to dry completely before refilling.