{"product_id":"british-grown-black-sunflower-seeds-12-55kg","title":"British-Grown Black Sunflower Seeds 12.55kg","description":"\u003cp\u003eGive regular seed eaters a useful food of their own\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome birds make cracking a seed look effortless, and it is a pleasure to watch them work at the feeder. A straight food lets you notice that behaviour closely while learning how much your visitors use each day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBritish-Grown (Where Possible), High-Energy, Husk-On Feed for Wild Birds — Packed Fresh on Our Herefordshire Farm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack sunflower seeds are a classic — full of natural oils, protein, and energy, and loved by almost every seed-eating garden bird.\u003cbr\u003eThey’re the perfect balance between rich nutrition and low food miles, and right now they’re grown for us by Phil’s farmer friend Michael in Cambridgeshire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’re also bringing sunflower growing back home! 🌻\u003cbr\u003eIn 2026, we’ll be growing our own field of black sunflowers right here at Lower Blakemere Farm, under-sown with white clover for soil protection, nitrogen-fixing, and pollinator support. The plan? Harvest in September and pack fresh seeds straight from our Herefordshire fields to your feeders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUntil then, we’re proud to pack Michael’s brilliant British-grown seed — a step closer to a fully home-grown, regenerative bird feed range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"checkmark\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh in natural oil (around 40%) — perfect for winter energy and feather condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked with protein — supports breeding and moulting seasons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts a wide range of garden birds — especially finches, tits, and sparrows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower food miles — grown here in Britain whenever possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturally packaged — the husk protects the oils and keeps seeds fresher for longer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean and high-quality — no filler, no dust, no nonsense.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked in small batches on our Herefordshire farm for maximum freshness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(May contain traces of other seeds. Not suitable for human consumption.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Else You Might See at the Feeder\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🐿️ Squirrels\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLove them! If you’re happy sharing, that’s fine — otherwise, a squirrel baffle or squirrel-proof feeder will save your seed.\u003cbr\u003eOr, do what Phil does: give them their own feeder and let them earn their keep by entertaining you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🦔 Hedgehogs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMight nibble on fallen seeds — the odd one’s fine, but keep their food area separate with mealworms or hedgehog mix instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🐭 Rats\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you ever spot signs (droppings, burrows, gnaw marks), don’t panic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTidy up daily under feeders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMove feeders regularly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore seed in metal or sealed containers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGet pest control advice early — they’ll solve the issue properly.\u003cbr\u003eNever stop feeding — just manage it smartly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"wigglywigglers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56432286204289,"sku":"BSSHALLO-BF1","price":19.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0025\/4456\/6307\/products\/9420black-sunflower-seed.jpg?v=1722243739","url":"https:\/\/www.wigglywigglers.co.uk\/products\/british-grown-black-sunflower-seeds-12-55kg","provider":"Wiggly Wigglers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}