Duncraft Traditional Mix Wild Bird Seed, 5-lb bag
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The classic six-seed mix that works coast to coast.
Some things earn their place by simply working, year after year, across every region and every backyard. Traditional Mix is that blend. Seven premium seeds — millet, milo, wheat, black oil sunflower, gray striped sunflower, corn, and peanut hearts — come together in a time-tested formula that attracts buntings, chickadees, doves, finches, jays, juncos, sparrows, woodpeckers, and more. If you want a single bag that keeps a wide variety of birds coming back reliably, this is it.
What's in the blend.
Seven ingredients, each with a purpose: black oil sunflower for the broadest appeal, gray striped sunflower for larger birds, white millet for sparrows and juncos, milo for ground feeders, wheat for additional variety, cracked corn for doves and ground-feeding species, and peanut hearts for the nut-seekers. A true all-season, all-region formula.
- Black oil sunflower — the universal favorite, attracts the most species
- Gray striped sunflower — preferred by cardinals, grosbeaks, and jays
- White millet — loved by sparrows, juncos, towhees, and doves
- Milo — attracts ground-feeding birds in western regions
- Wheat — adds variety for ground feeders
- Cracked corn — draws doves, juncos, and larger ground feeders
- Peanut hearts — attracts woodpeckers, nuthatches, and chickadees
- 5 lb resealable bag — available exclusively at Duncraft
Birds attracted: Indigo Buntings, Black-capped Chickadees, Mourning Doves, House Finches, Purple Finches, Blue Jays, Dark-eyed Juncos, Song Sparrows, White-throated Sparrows, Downy Woodpeckers, Northern Cardinals, and many more.
How to feed: Works in any hopper, platform, or tray feeder. A hopper or platform feeder gives the widest variety of birds comfortable access to all seven seeds. Ground-feeding species like sparrows, juncos, and doves will also forage for seeds that fall below the feeder, making a tray or ground feeder a useful addition.
Frequently Asked Questions
What birds does Traditional Mix attract?
Traditional Mix is formulated to attract the widest possible variety of common backyard birds, including chickadees, cardinals, finches, sparrows, juncos, doves, jays, woodpeckers, and buntings. The seven-seed formula covers the dietary preferences of both seed-cracking songbirds and ground-feeding species, making it one of the most versatile blends available.
Is Traditional Mix good for all regions of the country?
Yes. The blend is specifically designed with cross-country appeal. The combination of sunflower, millet, corn, and peanut hearts attracts birds in every region of North America. Milo, which is included in the mix, is particularly popular with ground-feeding birds in western states, while the sunflower and millet components perform equally well in eastern and midwestern regions.
Does Traditional Mix contain filler seeds?
Traditional Mix contains milo and wheat, which some birders consider lower-value seeds. However, both ingredients attract specific species — milo is popular with ground-feeding birds in western regions, and wheat adds variety for ground feeders. The blend is designed to maximize variety across all regions, not to be a no-waste blend. If you prefer a 100% no-waste option, consider Super No-Waste Blend or Four Seasons No-Waste.
What feeder works best with Traditional Mix?
A hopper feeder or platform feeder works best because it gives birds of all sizes comfortable access to the full blend. Ground-feeding species like sparrows, juncos, and doves will also forage for seeds that fall below the feeder. A tray feeder placed at ground level alongside your main feeder is an excellent addition for attracting the full range of species the blend is designed to draw in.
Is Traditional Mix good for year-round feeding?
Yes. The blend is designed for all-season use. The sunflower and peanut heart content provides the high-energy fat birds need in winter, while the variety of seeds appeals to spring and summer nesters as well as fall migrants. It is one of the most reliable year-round blends for attracting a consistent variety of backyard birds.
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We want you to be completely happy with our products and service. We guarantee products for one year from date of purchase. If you are anything less than completely satisfied, you may return your purchase for an exchange or a product refund.
DELIVERY & SHIPPING
Orders are typically processed within 1-2 business days. Standard shipping usually takes 3-7 business days, depending on your location. Please note, during high-demand periods, shipping may take a little longer.
Duncraft Traditional Mix Wild Bird Seed, 5-lb bag
Specifications
Specifications
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Feed TypeNo-Waste No-Mess Seeds
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Bird SpeciesChickadees, Finches, Wrens
❤️ Why Bird Lovers Trust Duncraft
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What makes Duncraft bird seed so popular?
We’ve been perfecting our bird seed blends since 1952—using only premium ingredients birds actually eat. Our small-batch, fresh-packed seed attracts more birds and supports healthier feeding with less waste. It’s the food your backyard birds come back for.
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Duncraft Traditional Mix Wild Bird Seed, 5-lb bag
The classic six-seed mix that works coast to coast.
Some things earn their place by simply working, year after year, across every region and every backyard. Traditional Mix is that blend. Seven premium seeds — millet, milo, wheat, black oil sunflower, gray striped sunflower, corn, and peanut hearts — come together in a time-tested formula that attracts buntings, chickadees, doves, finches, jays, juncos, sparrows, woodpeckers, and more. If you want a single bag that keeps a wide variety of birds coming back reliably, this is it.
What's in the blend.
Seven ingredients, each with a purpose: black oil sunflower for the broadest appeal, gray striped sunflower for larger birds, white millet for sparrows and juncos, milo for ground feeders, wheat for additional variety, cracked corn for doves and ground-feeding species, and peanut hearts for the nut-seekers. A true all-season, all-region formula.
- Black oil sunflower — the universal favorite, attracts the most species
- Gray striped sunflower — preferred by cardinals, grosbeaks, and jays
- White millet — loved by sparrows, juncos, towhees, and doves
- Milo — attracts ground-feeding birds in western regions
- Wheat — adds variety for ground feeders
- Cracked corn — draws doves, juncos, and larger ground feeders
- Peanut hearts — attracts woodpeckers, nuthatches, and chickadees
- 5 lb resealable bag — available exclusively at Duncraft
Birds attracted: Indigo Buntings, Black-capped Chickadees, Mourning Doves, House Finches, Purple Finches, Blue Jays, Dark-eyed Juncos, Song Sparrows, White-throated Sparrows, Downy Woodpeckers, Northern Cardinals, and many more.
How to feed: Works in any hopper, platform, or tray feeder. A hopper or platform feeder gives the widest variety of birds comfortable access to all seven seeds. Ground-feeding species like sparrows, juncos, and doves will also forage for seeds that fall below the feeder, making a tray or ground feeder a useful addition.
Frequently Asked Questions
What birds does Traditional Mix attract?
Traditional Mix is formulated to attract the widest possible variety of common backyard birds, including chickadees, cardinals, finches, sparrows, juncos, doves, jays, woodpeckers, and buntings. The seven-seed formula covers the dietary preferences of both seed-cracking songbirds and ground-feeding species, making it one of the most versatile blends available.
Is Traditional Mix good for all regions of the country?
Yes. The blend is specifically designed with cross-country appeal. The combination of sunflower, millet, corn, and peanut hearts attracts birds in every region of North America. Milo, which is included in the mix, is particularly popular with ground-feeding birds in western states, while the sunflower and millet components perform equally well in eastern and midwestern regions.
Does Traditional Mix contain filler seeds?
Traditional Mix contains milo and wheat, which some birders consider lower-value seeds. However, both ingredients attract specific species — milo is popular with ground-feeding birds in western regions, and wheat adds variety for ground feeders. The blend is designed to maximize variety across all regions, not to be a no-waste blend. If you prefer a 100% no-waste option, consider Super No-Waste Blend or Four Seasons No-Waste.
What feeder works best with Traditional Mix?
A hopper feeder or platform feeder works best because it gives birds of all sizes comfortable access to the full blend. Ground-feeding species like sparrows, juncos, and doves will also forage for seeds that fall below the feeder. A tray feeder placed at ground level alongside your main feeder is an excellent addition for attracting the full range of species the blend is designed to draw in.
Is Traditional Mix good for year-round feeding?
Yes. The blend is designed for all-season use. The sunflower and peanut heart content provides the high-energy fat birds need in winter, while the variety of seeds appeals to spring and summer nesters as well as fall migrants. It is one of the most reliable year-round blends for attracting a consistent variety of backyard birds.