{"product_id":"happy-wings-finch-blend-bird-food-10lb-nyjer-thistle-hulled-sunflower-kernels-high-oil-energy","title":"Happy Wings Finch Blend Bird Food 10lb — Nyjer Thistle \u0026 Hulled Sunflower Kernels, High-Oil Energy","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHappy Wings 10LB Finch Blend combines high-oil thistle (nyjer) and hulled sunflower kernels in a ready-to-use mix designed to attract a wide variety of colorful finches and small songbirds.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis specially blended 10 lb pack from Happy Wings pairs finely threshed thistle seed with premium sunflower kernels to provide energy-rich food that appeals to finches, siskins, goldfinches, and other small backyard birds. The mix is prepared in a USDA \u0026amp; BRC-GS approved facility under strict quality control and packaged as a non-germinating seed to help keep feeders and gardens tidy. Whether you are setting up a tube feeder, a mesh sock, or scattering beneath a shrub, this blend is formulated to encourage regular visits from active, colorful backyard birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat birds will this mix attract most reliably?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFinches are the primary visitors, including American goldfinch, lesser and greater goldfinch varieties, purple finch, and siskins; many small songbirds will also take advantage of the high-oil kernels. The mix’s texture and seed sizes are matched to the feeding habits of cling-and-peck species that favor thistle and sunflower kernels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePrimary targets: goldfinches, siskins, and other finches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAlso attractive to: chickadees, titmice, and small cardinals\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBest used in tube feeders, mesh sock feeders, or tray feeders\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHulled kernels reduce waste and mess around feeding stations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the mix support birds’ nutrition and energy needs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis blend combines thistle seed’s small, oil-rich kernels with high-fat sunflower kernels to deliver concentrated calories and protein for active wild birds. The ingredients are chosen to provide the kind of dense energy birds need, especially during migration and breeding seasons when fat and protein are priorities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigh oil content for quick energy\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProtein from sunflower kernels to support feather growth and activity\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable year-round—especially beneficial in cooler months and during migration\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNo fillers—designed to minimize empty calories in the diet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill these seeds sprout in my garden and create weeds?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNo—Happy Wings packages this mix as a non-germinating seed blend, so it will not sprout into unwanted plants around your feeders. That helps maintain a cleaner backyard and reduces the chance of seedlings or volunteer plants growing beneath feeding areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProcessed to prevent germination and reduce volunteer growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLess cleanup required under feeders and in garden beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReduces attraction of pests that feed on sprouting seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIdeal for urban and suburban yards where tidy landscaping matters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is quality ensured and what safety standards does it meet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe mix is produced in facilities that meet USDA and BRC Global Standard (BRC-GS) requirements and follows safety protocols consistent with the Wild Bird Feeding Institute and relevant food-safety frameworks. These measures aim to ensure purity, correct processing, and consistent sizing of seed components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eManufactured in USDA \u0026amp; BRC-GS approved facility\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eQuality checks on seed cleanliness and size consistency\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStandards aligned with Wild Bird Feeding Institute recommendations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMeets expectations under Food Safety modernization practices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: Happy Wings 10LB Finch Blend is ideal for backyard bird enthusiasts who want to attract finches and other small songbirds with a high-energy, low-mess seed that won’t sprout in planted areas. It suits homeowners who use tube or mesh feeders, people who enjoy regular birdwatching from a window seat, and anyone looking for a reliably processed, quality-controlled seed mix in a convenient 10 lb package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNyjer seed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is this seed mix suitable for tube feeders?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. The fine thistle and hulled sunflower kernels are sized to work well in tube and mesh feeders favored by finches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Will these seeds sprout if spilled in my garden?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: No. This pack contains non-germinating seeds processed to minimize volunteer plants and garden mess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Happy Wings","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54204149596344,"sku":"B0F1KJK5LX","price":113.01,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/0636\/7416\/files\/happy-wings-front-packaging_1ab705ed-25f3-4112-98b8-9aa454637d56.jpg?v=1790624988","url":"https:\/\/canadianlawn.ca\/products\/happy-wings-finch-blend-bird-food-10lb-nyjer-thistle-hulled-sunflower-kernels-high-oil-energy","provider":"Canadian Lawn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}