How do you keep hummingbird feeders clean?

Readers share tried-and-true tips to keep sugar water safe for their favorite fliers.

I have several feeders so that I can swap them out for cleaning. them in bleach and water to get the black residue off. Then Q-tips to scrub the holes and small nooks. Rinse thoroughly!

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Feeders are easier to keep clean if they’re hung in the shade. Mold growth slows significantly.