Amazon.com Review

The clear Hummingbird Paradise lantern feeder is well made, easy to use, and looks great in a tree or on the back patio. Made of redwood, brass, and etched glass, this tropical, fun feeder uses three copper-colored flowers to attract brilliant hummers. Because the wide base gives the birds plenty of room to land, you can hang the feeder just about anywhere. Filling the feeder is easy: simply flip it over, pop off the base, pour in a sugar solution (directions included), and quickly flip it back. Removing the base requires a bit of force, and you have to be careful not to damage the flowers when you grip, but, overall, this is a very solid, long-lasting feeder. ... Read more

Features

• 12 inches in height the feeder holds 375ml or 1 pint of nectar
• Original etching by Gary Schrodt of three flying hummingbirds and tiger lilies
• Cap and base are lathe turned by hand
• Dish cover is solid brass with kiln fired powder coated copper flowers
• Add enchantment and action to wildlife gardens with this lantern

Reviews (11)

The glass is red
The bit about red colored solution being bad for the birds is true, but this particular feeder has a red-colored *bottle*. You should still put clear feeding solution in it.

I actually own a much older version of this product, which has a purple bottle and no etchings. Same thing though, and it still works well several years later. I don't find it easy to clean if you are not faithful about cleaning it though. The narrow neck of the bottle makes it hard to remove any residue that may build up.

But it's easy to use and looks really great. Worth the money.

Chris Young backyard wildlife caretaker
This product is everything I was looking for. I wanted a RED feeder because red really does attract the hummingbirds & I refuse to use food coloring or anything other than 4 parts water to 1 part sugar to my feeders because anything else can make them sick. The feeder is a perfect size, I don't like the real big feeders because I change the nectar every 3 days & the big feeders just waste the nectar. This feeder is also very attractive & adds a unique look to the garden. The way the bottom is shaped allows the little hummingbirds to take a break & perch which is so cute to see! The feeder is also very easy to clean, I use a long bottle brush I bought from a dollar store & it works even in the smallest of spaces. I highly recommend this feeder especially if someone is trying to attract hummingbirds but hasn't yet- the red really catches their eye! Plant some red Bee Balm (latin name Monarda)near this feeder & they wont be able to stay out of your yard!

Form & Function Meet
I have owned one of these feeders for several years, and I am pleased with its appearance and no-hassle care routine. The feeder is made from high quality materials and is well-crafted. I am confident that (as long as I don't drop it onto concrete of course - it's glass) it will last for many years. For the most part, feeders I see at my local chain pet store do not inspire me with the same confidence.

The shape makes it easy to clean with a long-handled bottle brush, unlike some bulbous or other creatively shaped feeders that, while decorative, would make cleaning a chore. (Keeping hummingbird feeders clean is important for the health of the birds.) I use Schrodt's brush, but it stands to reason that any long-handled bottle brush will do just fine.

As has been mentioned in other reviews, yes, it is more expensive, but if one intends to seriously pursue an interest in hummingbird-watching, this is a feeder that will last and whose unobtrusive beauty would enhance any area in which it is displayed.

quite pretty and functional
This is a very pretty hummingbird feeder made with red glass so you don't need to color the solution. The etchings on the glass are pretty and it's easy to refill the feeder, which comes with instructions. It's expensive for a feeder but the quality is very good and I am happy with the purchase.

Hummingbird Paradise
This feeder is paradise for Hummingbirds. I have owned one of these for more than ten years and it continues to look and function beautifully. I would recomment this to anyone who loves their bird friends. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

The clear Hummingbird Paradise lantern feeder is well made, easy to use, and looks great in a tree or on the back patio. Made of redwood, brass, and etched glass, this feeder uses three copper-colored flowers to attract brilliant hummers. Because the wide base gives the birds plenty of room to land, you can hang the feeder just about anywhere. Filling the feeder is easy: simply flip it over, pop off the base, pour in a sugar solution (directions included), and quickly flip it back. Removing the base requires a bit of force, and you have to be careful not to damage the flowers when you grip, but, overall, this is a very solid, long-lasting feeder. ... Read more

Features

• 12 inches in height the feeder holds 375ml or 1 pint of nectar
• Original etching by Gary Schrodt of three flying hummingbirds and tiger lilies
• Cap and base are lathe turned by hand
• Dish cover is solid brass with kiln fired powder coated copper flowers
• Add enchantment and action to wildlife gardens with this lantern

Reviews (4)

Beautiful Feeder
I bought this feeder for a friend and loved it so much I am ordering another for my self. My friend was thrilled with it. A good quality piece and great value.

Not "For the Birds"
This is a great product. It's attractive, easy to use and to clean and it's bringing wonderful hummingbird activity to the back yard. I've bought three of these now and I'd have to say I like the red-tinted ones best of all. Worth the time, money!

Worth the money
We've tried different types and styles of hummingbird feeders and this one is the best of them all. It's easy to clean and the hummingbirds love it.

Hummers Love This Feeder!
This feeder is a most have for any bird enthusiast. It is easy to fill and the hummingbirds just love it. I was so happy with mine that I also gave my mother one for her birthday. I highly recommend it. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

This bird-friendly fountain adds modern elegance to your lawn or garden with its hand-thrown, kiln-fired copper bowl and redwood pedestal. Sunbeams will reflect off the outside of the copper bowl as the fountain fills the inside of the forest green bowl. The mounting pole matches the inside of the bowl. It takes just minutes to assemble, is a cinch to maintain, and comes with 25 feet of drip tubing, a faucet adapter, and a water pressure regulator. Fresh water travels from the faucet to the bowl, reducing the spread of bacteria. Unlike some common birdbaths, this 12-inch bowl will accommodate only a few birds at once. ... Read more

Features

• Includes 25 foot drip tubing, faucet adapter, sprinkler head, and water pressure regulator
• Cutting edge in innovative birdbath designs
• Delivers fresh water from faucet to bowl in a sparkling spray
• Hand-spun heavy gauge copper bowl powder-coated in emerald green
• 12-inch pole is powder-coated copper

Reviews (6)

THE BIRDS LOVE THIS!!!
The birds in my yard are attracted to this fountain like crazy!!!

Birds are attracted to the sound of running water-- and this fountain is just what they love!

Finches and many other types of birds love my fountain- they not only drink the water- but they also love to play in it, splash around and clean themselves. It is fascinating to watch them!

Since it is so essential to offer water to birds- this type of water source is, in my opinion, the absolute best.

It supplies clean, running and a constant flow of water-- and it is so convenient because you don't have to keep filling it up every day like traditional bird baths.

My only (minor) complaint is that the little plastic spray tip does seem to pop off easily- but you can find replacements at hardware stores.

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!

Birds Galore!
We were worried that the water spilling over the edge would be a problem, but it isn't at all ( we turn it off at dark). Actually, we put a pile of rocks underneath the bath and created a spot to collect the overflow, and that created a bath place that the ground birds love. The water is always clean, and you never have to go out and fill it! We have had the bath up for several months and there are birds in it every day, all day long.

not a single bird
very pricey for a piece of copper tubing with a leaky dish on top.

have had it on for two weeks and not even one bird has tried it.

Would not recommend it to others.

The VERY BEST birdbath on the market!
This is the very best birdbath I have ever owned... and I have owned quite a few. Prior to owning this one, I hadn't had much luck attracting birds. With this birdbath, I now have beautiful birds of all kinds flocking (sorry, I couldn't resist) to the birdbath! And, they actually splash around and *bathe* in this thing! It is quite a sight to see and everyone who visits comments on it.

I surrounded it with plants that like "wet feet" since it does produce quite a bit of overflow (if you turn it up all the way, which is how my birds like it).

If you're serious about attracting birds and butterflies, buy one.

Great Clean Design
Unlike a lot of birdbaths, this one has a very clean design (i.e.: lacking cherubs, fake birds, Romanesque column, etc.). This simple design in redwood and copper (which patinas to green) looks great in a natural or Japanese style garden. It is also very durable, and repairing it would be very easy (should the mister nozzle become clogged or lost). We've had ours 3 years and have yet to replace the nozzle. I was initially concerned that the nozzle would become lost, as the copper bowl is pinned in place only by the tiny black plastic nozzle (mated to the water tubing within the copper standpipe). I used silicone to prevent large birds or errant gardeners from toppling it (gluing the copper bowl to the redwood pedestal), though this may not have been necessary (though it didn't change it's appearance). In any case a spare nozzle was included and they are readily available at large garden/hardware stores or from the manufacturer as another reviewer states. The amount of water if left running all day is fairly minimal and -bonus- it will make for happy plants around the base (our strawberries do very well! -with plenty for us and the birds.) Another suggestion would be a water timer, so that you can control for what hours it runs... though we often leave ours on continuously. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

Your feathered friends will frolic in their very own sparkling spray fountain that combines art and nature. This bird-friendly fountain adds modern elegance to your lawn or garden with its hand-thrown, kiln-fired copper bowl and redwood pedestal. Sunbeams will reflect off the outside of the copper bowl as the fountain fills the inside of the rich purple bowl. The mounting pole matches the inside of the bowl. It takes just minutes to assemble, is a cinch to maintain, and comes with 25 feet of drip tubing, a faucet adapter, and a water pressure regulator. Fresh water travels from the faucet to the bowl, reducing the spread of bacteria. Unlike some common birdbaths, this 12-inch bowl will accommodate only a few birds at once. ... Read more

Features

• Includes 25 foot drip tubing, faucet adapter, sprinkler head, and water pressure regulator
• Cutting edge in innovative birdbath designs
• Delivers fresh water from faucet to bowl in a sparkling spray
• Hand-spun heavy guage copper bowl power coated in plum color
• 12-inch pole is powder caoted copper

Reviews (2)

Good birdbath
This is a cool item. You assemble it (fairly simple), push it into the ground (very easy in a raised bed, get ready to dig otherwise), turn on the water, and adjust the regulator. Mine did have some initial problems with the regulator but Schrodt sent replacement parts that fixed it. Note that the water level shot out by the mister will vary based on how much water pressure you have from day to day, but it's not that big of a problem. Many of the parts are plastic, but it's probably not that big of a deal. The big deal is that Shrodt is easy to contact and they really support their product. Buy with confidence.

I hooked my bbath up to a [price] Gilmour water timer (goes on/off twice a day) and I never touch it except to hose out the bowl once a week. You may not even need to do it that often given that the mister always is refreshing the water (the excess water drips over the side). The cardinals seem to like it. The dish isn't as big as some, and I've yet to see any larger birds in it. Perhaps those would be better suited to the 24" bowl. This is a attractive, unobtrusive little unit that you can keep nearer to the house, and I recommend it.

keeping our fine feathered friends happy
I bought this gift for my father and he enjoys the fact that he does not need to walk out every morning and refil the birdbath like he does the other ones in his yard.

I also bought a battery watering timer to control the spray mist. This way, it turns on for an hour every morning, fills the bath and it is set for the entire day until it fills again the next day!

I highly recommend. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

It may be small, but this beautifully crafted songbird lantern caters to seed-eating birds in your yard in a big way. The lantern's diminutive size (about 6 inches high) and weight allow it to be hung in places inaccessible to larger feeders. Sunflower seeds, millet seeds, or other favorites may be added easily by removing its arched top. Glass on two sides allows you (and the birds) to view the seed level from afar. A lid at the bottom prevents seeds from spilling, and small drainage holes on the sides keep them dry and fresh. This lantern's sleek redwood detailing and removable hanging pine cone on the bottom will blend seamlessly with your natural backyard environment. ... Read more

Features

• Light weight and easy to clean
• One of our best general purpose bird feeders with squirrel baffle
• Top-loading hopper protects seeds from elements
• Niger seed is preferred by goldfinches, redpoles, and pine siskins
• 6 cups (1/2-by-7-inches), holds 2 1/2 cups

Reviews (6)

Nice feeder - Birds like It!
Bought this for my wife. It's a nice Nigerseed feeder. After only 2-3 days we had many birds coming to share the seed. Other reviews note the quality construction - I can affirm that, it's well and simply made.
I'm glad I bought this feeder.

A lot smaller than it looks...
And the thistle seed goes everywhere. NOT recommended -- too expensive and really, there are much better feeders out there.

Beautiful!
I put this birdfeeder outside my kitchen window and I watch all the finches eat their breakfast in the morning while I'm eating mine. It is beautiful and well constructed. It's easy to put the birdseed in, and attracts dozens of beautiful birds. I definitely would recommend it to anyone.

Beautiful feeder that finches will use.
I bought this feeder to replace "socks" filled with thistle seed, which attracted many goldfinches but looked ugly. I was very pleased with the appearance of the feeder (and the fact that it recycles scraps of wood), but wondered whether the birds would accept it. They do! I plan to buy more.

Looks nice, simple
I bought this birdfeeder as a housewarming gift for my wife when we moved this summer.

It's simple, well constructed, and looks nice hanging outdoors. I was most impressed with how it's put together--the lid fits really well over the top, and gravity keeps the pieces together snugly. It's easy to fill. (But, no birds after 2 months, so the need to re-fill doesn't seem to be an issue...) ... Read more

Features

• Easy to clean
• Kilnfired decal, redwood & brass base
• Ruby red flowers attracts hummingbirds.
• Includes nectar recipe
• Fully functional feeder

Features

• Easy to clean
• Hole is the right size for larger birds
• Made from redwood mill trim ends
• Door in front for easy cleaning
• Redwood will stand up to many years of use

Amazon.com Review

If you'd like the birds in the neighborhood to think of your yard as the classiest restaurant in town, try this elegant glass and cedar bird feeder from Schrodt Designs. Solidly constructed, it has four feeding perches and hangs just about anywhere from its own wire cord. The top is easy to take on and off to refill, and both sides feature beautiful crane-patterned etched glass. ... Read more

Features

• Feeder is 16 inches in height and holds 7-1/2 cups of seed
• Dramatic double etched glass from original works by Gary Schrodt
• Glass allows easy viewing of seed level
• Designed with four feeding ports
• The perch pulls out to drop the bottom for cleaning

Reviews (5)

Birds liked it too well...They destroyed it in a month!
I bought this bird feeder and had to throw it away within a month! The birds in my area liked the holes on the bottom the best and pecked the holes even bigger. Within a month, all the bird feed would just pour out those larger bottom holes and the feeder could hold no feed at all. The wood was beautiful, but too soft to be practical.

Nice looking, but no birds!
This feeder is very pretty and attractive, but for some reason the birds never came to it. We have several feeders in our yard, and the birds are at the feeders all day long. We hung this one up, but the birds never came to it - not even the house sparrows!

squirrel feeder
Squirrels chewed through the holes and rendered the feeder virtually worthless within 2 days.

Beautiful feeder
This is really a beautiful feeder that our backyard birds seemed to really enjoy. However, one day a squirrel make minced meat out of it. Chewing a large hole in the wood and draining out all of the seed. Don't hang it without a squirrel guard. I was lucky because a handy friend was able to repair the feeder and it again is in use with a squirrel guard.

Beauty Attracts Beauty
After filling our beautiful Heron Willows Teahouse birdfeeder with black thistle seed, the etched herons stood out dramatically. We set it on a hook outside our dining room window and waited for the show to begin.

In less than a week, we had six or more pairs of beautiful goldfinches vying for their turn at the feeder. They are competitive little critters, especially the bright yellow males. So in addition to watching them eat, we are constantly entertained with their efforts to unseat their rivals and gain access to the food.

When the goldfinches take a break, we simply enjoy the elegant design. This is one feeder that feeds the soul as well as the body. We heartily recommend it! ... Read more

Features

• Easy to clean
• A natural bug zapper
• accomadates up to 20 bats
• encourages bats to live nearby but not in the eaves of the family home
• Redwood is weather resistant

Features

• Easy to clean
• Manzanita branch for butterflies to perch on
• Beautiful garden accent
• Etchings designed by Gary Schrodt
• Redwood is weather resistant

Features

• Easy to clean
• Will accommodate many bats
• Brass moon accent
• Attracts nature's mosquito eaters
• Redwood will stand up to many years of use

Features

• Kilnfired cobalt blue
• Ruby red flowers attracts hummingbirds.
• Includes nectar recipe
• Fully functional feeder
• Easy to clean

Features

• Crystal clear bottle allows for viewing of nectar level
• Original etching by Gary Schrodt
• Includes nectar recipe
• Fully functional feeder
• Easy to clean

Features

• Easy to clean
• Kilnfired lustered glass, redwood and brass base
• Original etching by Gary Schrodt
• Includes nectar recipe
• Fully functional feeder

Features

• Kilnfired lustered glass, redwood and brass base
• Original etching by Gary Schrodt
• Includes nectar recipe
• Fully functional feeder
• Easy to clean

Features

• Kilnfired lustered glass, redwood and brass base
• Original etching by Gary Schrodt
• Includes nectar recipe
• Fully functional feeder
• Easy to clean

Features

• Kilnfired lustered glass, redwood and brass base
• Original etching by Gary Schrodt
• Includes nectar recipe
• Fully functional feeder
• Easy to clean

Features

• Kilnfired lustered glass, redwood and brass base
• Ruby red flowers attracts hummingbirds.
• Includes nectar recipe
• Fully functional feeder
• Easy to clean

Features

• Kilnfired lustered glass, redwood and brass base
• Original etchings by Gary Schrodt
• Includes nectar recipe
• Fully functional feeder
• Easy to clean

Features

• Crystal clear bottle allows viewing of nectar level
• Ruby red flowers attracts hummingbirds.
• Includes nectar recipe
• Fully functional feeder
• Easy to clean