Wagner's Southern Regional Blend Wild Bird Food — 20 lb bag, sunflower & safflower mix for songbirds

Wagner's Southern Regional Blend is a 20-pound mix of black oil sunflower, striped sunflower, safflower and select grains designed to attract a wide variety of southern songbirds to backyard feeders.

If you want to invite cardinals, chickadees, finches and blue jays to your yard, this blend supplies the seeds they prefer in a convenient bulk bag. The recipe emphasizes sunflower and safflower seeds that many perching and ground-feeding birds favor, and it’s formulated to work well in tube, hopper and platform feeders. Made in the USA from high-quality grains, the 20-pound size keeps feeders stocked for longer periods, reducing refill frequency for busy backyard birdwatchers.

What birds will this blend attract to my feeders?

This regional mix focuses on seeds that appeal to common southern songbirds, so you’ll typically see cardinals, chickadees, finches and blue jays. Ground-feeding species may also visit if you offer the mix on platform feeders or scatter a small amount beneath the feeder. Bird presence will vary by season and local habitat, but the seed selection increases the likelihood of attracting a broad variety of songbirds.

• Black oil sunflower: favorite of many perching birds like finches and chickadees
• Striped sunflower: prized by larger visitors such as cardinals and jays
• Safflower: less attractive to squirrels, popular with cardinals
• Additional grains: invite ground-feeding sparrows and doves

How should I use this 20-pound bag in my feeders?

The blend is formulated to perform well across common feeder types: tube, hopper and platform. Use tube feeders for continuous small-portion feeding, hoppers for larger capacity and platforms to attract ground-feeding species and birds that prefer open feeding. Keep feeders dry and clean to maintain seed quality and reduce waste from mold or pests.

• Tube feeders: fill for frequent small visits by finches and chickadees
• Hopper feeders: excellent for bulk storage and larger birds
• Platform feeders: scatter seed to attract ground feeders
• Storage tip: keep unopened bag in a cool, dry place to preserve freshness

Will this mix deter squirrels or pests?

While safflower seed can be less appealing to some squirrels and black oil sunflower is highly attractive to many birds, no seed mix completely prevents non-target visitors. Using squirrel-resistant feeders, baffles and strategic placement—away from launching points like fences or rooftops—reduces unwanted foragers. Regularly clean up spilled seed beneath feeders to discourage persistent pests.

• Safflower inclusion: less tasty to certain mammals
• Feeder choice: squirrel-proof designs limit access
• Placement: hang feeders away from jump-off points
• Maintenance: sweep up spills to reduce attraction

How long will a 20-pound bag last and how should I store it?

Duration depends on the number of visiting birds and feeder size, but a 20-pound bag provides many refills compared with smaller packages—ideal for households that feed daily. Store the bag in a cool, dry, rodent-free area and reseal or transfer contents to airtight containers to keep seed fresh. Avoid prolonged exposure to moisture and extreme heat to preserve flavor and germination characteristics of the grains.

• Household use: several weeks to months based on activity level
• Storage: airtight container or sealed bag in cool, dry spot
• Rodent prevention: store off the ground and in secure bins
• Quality care: keep away from moisture and direct sun

Who this is for: Wagner's 20-pound Southern Regional Blend is aimed at backyard birdwatchers who want a reliable, high-capacity seed mix tuned to southern songbird preferences. It suits homeowners, community gardens and nature enthusiasts who use tube, hopper or platform feeders and prefer buying in bulk to reduce refill frequency. If you want to encourage a diverse mix of perching and ground-feeding birds without buying multiple specialty seeds, this blend offers a practical, made-in-USA option backed by quality grains and a seed profile favored by many backyard favorites.