Brand Wagner's
Flavor Mild and Nutty
Age Range (Description) All Life Stages
Item Form Seeds
Specific Uses For Product Attracting Cardinals, Discouraging Squirrels
Made in the USA
A favorite seed of Cardinals and other songbirds
Highest quality grains used
Found in many gourmet mixes
Most squirrels generally dislike this seed
From the manufacturer
Wagner’s Safflower Seed
Wagner's Safflower Seed - Cardinals love it, squirrels don’t. Wagner's
Safflower Seed is a great way to attract the birds you want - Cardinals,
Chickadees, Titmice, Grosbeaks - and discourage the "feeder hogs", like
Grackles and Starlings, that keep them away. And best of all, squirrels don’t
like the bitter taste so they will stay away as well. If you have unwanted
birds and squirrels crowding out your songbirds we recommend gradually filling
your feeder with Wagner’s Safflower Seed for a period of time, then gradually
mixing in your favorite Wagner’s Premium Wild Bird Food. Wagner’s Safflower
Seed is truly a premium, high value seed not found in ordinary blends. So give
the Cardinals their favorite seed and keep the pests away at the same time,
with Wagner’s Safflower Seed. Trust your backyard birds to the experts at
Wagner’s.
Bird Feeding Fundamentals - When Feeding Wild Birds, There Are 4 Keys To a
Successful Program
Food
Provide different types of food to attract more variety of birds. Sunflower is
a great seed that many species love. Higher quality mixes attract more birds.
Keep feeders full so birds will continue to visit.
Feeders
Provide a variety of feeders to attract the greatest variety of birds. Use
hoppers and tube feeders for Sunflower and mixes. Use Finch feeders for Nyjer
and Finch mixes. Platform feeders will accommodate ground feeding birds.
Water
Provide a shallow water source (2 inch-3 inch deep) so birds can bathe and
drink. Water also attracts birds that feeding stations alone cannot, such as
ones that feed on insects alone.
Location
Place feeders in locations already frequented by birds. Place by shrubs and/or
trees to offer protection.
FAQ's
Where should I locate my feeder to attract the most birds?
Make sure that your feeder is close to natural shelter such as trees and
shrubs to provide protection for your birds, but be careful not to make it too
convenient for squirrels. Also, place it in a location so that you can enjoy
watching the activities of your feathered friends.
Should I feed the birds year-round?
Yes, birds need food year-round, so it is best to keep bird feeders full all
year. Birds have a high metabolism and need to continually eat. Birds nest from
late winter through late summer and during these months there is not an
abundance of natural foods, so they need additional food for breeding and
raising their young.
What is the best bird food?
Oil Sunflower Seed is one of the best seeds to have in a wild bird food mix.
It is popular with a large number of species and is easy to feed in a variety
of feeder styles. Wagner's blends provide a wide selection of seed choices that
will attract a largest variety of birds to the backyard feeder. Wagner's has
the mixes that will attract the species you want and will fit any budget.
How can I attract specific birds and not attract others (e.g. starlings,
grackles and cowbirds)?
Make sure that you have the right bird food to attract specific birds.
Sunflower is a great seed that many species love. Also specialty blends, such
as Wagner's Cardinal Blend or Finches Supreme, will attract these specific
birds. Birdseed with less milo and corn won't attract as many cowbirds,
grackles and starlings if you would rather not see these birds.
How do I stop squirrels from eating all of my birdseed?
Squirrels are a common problem at bird feeders. There are now a number of
feeder styles designed to prevent squirrels from reaching the seed.
Additionally, there are two seeds that squirrels do not like -- safflower and
nyjer seed. An optional method is to supply the squirrels with their own supply
of food away from the bird feeder area. Cracked corn works nicely.
Where and how should I store my bird seed after I bring it home?
Store your bird seed elevated on a shelf in a cool, dry location. Make sure
that it is closed or sealed tightly in original package or in a storage
container. It is important that the storage location has good air circulation
and is away from direct sunlight or heat source. You should avoid storing your
bird seed on a cement floor, since moisture from the floor can be transferred
to the seed.