Straight Bird Seeds & Sunflower Hearts

Why choose straight bird seed?

Straight seeds are single-ingredient bird foods that offer maximum nutrition and minimal waste. Unlike standard bird seed mixes, each seed type attracts specific species, allowing you to tailor feeding to your local birds and seasons. They're clean, easy to serve and ideal for feeders, tables or ground feeding.

Top straight bird seeds in our range

Sunflower Hearts

Soft, husk-free and packed with oils, sunflower hearts are one of the most popular bird seeds in the UK. They’re loved by tits, finches, robins and blackbirds. Great for year-round feeding with virtually no mess.

Kibbled Sunflower

These are crushed sunflower hearts – smaller, easier to digest and ideal for fledglings and softbills. Kibbled seed won’t sprout and works well in trays or on bird tables.

Nyjer Seed

Tiny and rich in oil, nyjer is a favourite of goldfinches, siskins and redpolls. Use it in a nyjer seed feeder to reduce spillage and keep it accessible for smaller birds.

Black Sunflower Seeds

Whole seeds with their husks intact – perfect for greenfinches and other birds with strong beaks. Packed with energy and great for winter feeding. Best served in a sturdy tube feeder.

Benefits of feeding straight seeds

• No waste or fillers – Birds eat every seed, reducing mess and improving value.
• High-energy nutrition – Ideal for demanding times like breeding and moulting.
• Species-specific feeding – Attract exactly the birds you want to support.
• Flexible use – Suitable for feeders, ground or table feeding.

How to feed straight bird seeds

• Sunflower hearts & kibbled – Serve in standard tube feeders or scatter on flat surfaces.
• Nyjer seed – Needs a fine-mesh nyjer feeder to avoid waste.
• Black sunflower seeds – Use in robust tube feeders to protect husks and reduce spill.

Always place feeders in safe, sheltered spots with nearby cover, and clean them regularly to support bird health.

Feeding by season

• Winter: Use oil-rich sunflower hearts and black sunflower seeds for energy.
• Spring: Nyjer and kibbled sunflower help support breeding birds and new arrivals.
• Summer: Soft seeds like kibbled sunflower are ideal for fledglings and moulting birds.
• Autumn: Build energy reserves ahead of winter with a mix of high-oil seeds.

Why shop with CJ Wildlife?

• Top-grade bird seed – No bulking agents, no dust, just clean, nutritious food.
• Expert-tested mixes – Trusted by birders and conservation experts.
• Fast UK delivery – Reliable, nationwide service direct to your door.
• Over 35 years of experience – Helping UK gardens support wild birds year-round.

Support your local birds with CJ Wildlife’s premium straight bird seeds – a cleaner, smarter way to feed garden visitors.