J.J.Cardinal's Wild Bird & Nature Store, Grand Blanc, MI
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The extraordinary seeds in our custom blends have proven to be most attractive to the widest variety of birds that visit backyard feeders. Most of our seed comes from Michigan and Ohio distributors freshly mixed to our specifications. In fact, we are so proud of our bird seed, and the environmentally friendly craft paper bags, that we put our name on 'em!  But, it's really the content that matters...try a bag and see what the birds are all talking about!

In addition to our custom blended mixes, we carry an assortment of other seeds and nuts including: 99% clean, premium black-oil sunflower seeds, hulled select sunflower chips - fine and coarse, bright white safflower, NutraSaff™, thistle (Nyjer ™), peanuts - whole & shelled, corn - cob, cracked, & whole, hulled millet, and a variety of suet products.

safflower seed in Droll Yankees "PK" feeder (sadly discontinued).

left: Bright white safflower in Droll Yankees' late-great PK feeder. We had squirreled a few away for those shoppers searching for the original "Peter's Pride" birdfeeder but recently sold out - darned shame - we love this feeder!

 

our exclusive Faithful Feeder card - don't leave the house without it.

Bird lovers who frequent our shop may enjoy the Faithful Feeder card from JJ's - receive one a "stamp" with each purchase of the same size and variety of seed. After ten stamps you receive a free bag. Many customers maintain several cards: one for each type of seed their backyard birds enjoy. Sorry, suet cakes and peanuts - shelled or whole - do not apply for the Faithful Feeder program.

meet Bob...Bob Worley's favorite quote:
"If the warble of the first bluebird does not thrill you, know that the morning and spring of your life are past," Henry David Thoreau.

[Bob, our thoughtful naturalist helps to coordinate our seed inventory.]

Trying to avoid squirrels?
Seeds like bright white safflower and thistle (nyjer) have advantages for some consumers battling critters at their feeders. Squirrels are not fond of either of these seeds. No baffles or additional equipment required. Just ask one of our staff of naturalists, like Bob Worley (above, right), he'll help you select the right seed or custom blend to attract the type of birds you desire.

Safflower »

safflower

NutraSaff

Organic Golden Safflower
is a new variety of safflower developed without the thick white hull, yet offers 15% more oil content, 25% higher protein 30% higher fat content (energy) than traditional safflower. NutraSaff™ provides higher energy sources with less waste and less mess around feeding stations. And, like traditional safflower seed, squirrels don't care for it.

NutraSaff™

Nyjer
(Guizotia abyssinica) This tiny black seed has a high oil content and is very appealing to American Goldfinches and other finches. Place this seed in a finch tube feeder that has tiny holes so the seed will not fall out. The seed has a shell, so imagine how small the meats of the nyjer seed are!

Feeding birds "thistle" seed will not create a problem for your yard because the seed will not sprout under the feeder. This bird seed is not from the wildflower thistle. The seed that is fed to birds commonly called "thistle" is actually imported from India, Ethiopia, Myanmar, and Nepal. It is heat-sterilized when it is imported into this country so it will not germinate and therefore will not grow (weeds) under your feeder.

I be Nyjer!   (the seed often called: "thistle")

Cardinal Delight TM
One of the best tube-feeder blends.
99% clean premium Black-oil Sunflower, bright white Safflower, and Select Sunflower Chips.

Cardinal Delight

J.J.'s Best Mix TM
For all types of feeders, “best” all around seed blend for the widest variety of birds. 99% clean premium Black-oil Sunflower, White-proso Millet, bright white Safflower, Select sunflower chips, Peanuts, Medium Cracked corn, Grit & Soy Oil. We sell tons of it every month...literally.

J.J.'s Best Mix
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"No-Mess" Mix TM
Select sunflower chips, peanut splits, and hulled white-proso millet. A mighty rich mix high in proteins and essentials fats. For most any feeder type with virtually "no mess" because the shells have been removed - the mix is 99.9% consumable! (Sure, there is typically one or two rebel shells in the bag that refuse to go.) Seeds which fall to ground that are not eaten by ground feeding birds and critters - uneaten seeds will not germinate.

"no-mess" mix

J.J.'s Finch Mix TM
Finches love this mix of their two favorite seeds. Finely crushed Select Sunflower Chips and Thistle (Nyjer TM).

Finch Mix

J.J.’s Nut ‘n Fruity Mix TM
Contains: mixed nuts, sunflower hearts, dried Michigan cherries, suet balls, and raisins.
10 lbs. $18.60

Nut-n-Fruity Mix

JJ's Woodpecker Mix TM
Contains: mixed nuts including pistachio, dried Michigan cherries, and raisins.
10 lbs. $21.50

Woodpecker Mix

Dried Cranberries
Attract bluebirds, American robin, black-capped chickadee, woodpeckers, blue jay, nuthatch and other species enjoy dining on fruit. Chopped cranberries.
3 lb. twist-tied bag. $12.95
(opps - out of stock)

 

related products:
great feeders for offering fruit:
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assorted bluebird feeders,
· fly-thru covered platform,
· assorted fruit feeders for orioles

dried cranberries

Dried Cherries
A host of birds including bluebirds, American robin, black-capped chickadee, woodpeckers, blue jay, nuthatch and others enjoy fruit. May include some pits.
3 lb. twist-tied bag. $15.95

dried cherries
our seed is delivered weekly - tons of it - so you know it's fresh John Van Den Bosch Comapny of Holland, MI Tons of fresh bird seed from John Van Den Bosch, Company™ of Holland, Michigan is delivered weekly to ensure freshness and adequate supply. Our bags are made by Manchester Co. of Hartland, MI. Nice folks.

 

Please call for current pricing (toll free: 1-866-818-6295).

header: seeds not found in JJ's blends

You will not find “filler” seeds: barley, milo, rape seed, wheat, oats, or sorghum in any of
JJ Cardinal's Quality Custom Blends. Nope. No how, no way.
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Attractive seed storage solutions

Keep your seed fresh and your storage area tidy
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Bertels Can Company logo

20 gallon can (holds up to 80 pounds of bird seed): Diameter at top: 17¾”, bottom 15-3/8”, height 23”. Heavy-gauge steel, heavy-duty plastic top knob and side handles. Available in 2 styles: state birds (shown above) and songbirds. $76.95.
Oversized shipping charges apply.
10 gallon can (holds up to 44 pounds of bird seed): Diameter at top: 15½”, bottom: 13”, height 16½”. Heavy-gauge steel, heavy-duty plastic top knob and side handles. Available in 2 styles: songbirds (shown above) and state birds. $65.95
Oversized shipping charges apply
6½ gallon can (holds up to 33 pounds of bird seed): Diameter at top: 12¼”, bottom 11½”, height 14”. Medium-gauge steel, metal side handles. Print style: backyard birds. $19.95
(temp. out of stock)

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galvanized steel seed storage can: holds 10 gallons!

galvanized steel 6 gallon seed storage can

3½ gallon can (holds up to 17 pounds of bird seed): Diameter at top: 10¼”, bottom 91/8”, height 11¼”. Medium-gauge steel, no handles. Print style: country bird houses. $14.95

2 gallon can (holds about 9 pounds of bird seed): Diameter at top: 10¼”, bottom 91/8”, height 7½”. Medium-gauge steel. Print style: lucky ducks. $10.95

10 gallon galvanized seed can
Lock-Tite cover. Reinforcing rims top and bottom. Free-swinging bail, locks when in upright position. Ideal for storing bird seed, salt, and pet food, etc. Galvanized sheet. 17½" H. x 14¼" diameter. Made in the USA by Dover.
$24.95 (temp. out of stock)

6 gallon galvanized seed can
Lock-Tite cover. Reinforcing rims top and bottom. Free-swinging bail, locks when in upright position. Ideal for storing bird seed, salt, and pet food, etc. Galvanized sheet. 13½" H. x 12½" diameter. Made in the USA by Dover.
$22.95


we ship coast-to-coast!
Perhaps the best darn seed Mother Nature has to offer, and we're delighted birds everywhere can enjoy our fresh, clean, tasty seed. Seems to be popular: we ship it literally coast-to-coast. Prices? Its best to call toll free: 1-866-818-6295...like any commodity, prices fluctuate.

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seed scoopsSeed scoops can make the task of filling feeders easier...see several options at our "accessories page" »

We are unable to ship birdseed & grain products outside of the US of A

J.J. says...

  J.J. Cardinal         
(ok, so who is this guy?)  

J.J.'s Seed Tip
Keep only as much seed on hand that your backyard wildlife consumes over a 30-day period. Seed stored longer than a month can attract insects and absorb moisture. Seed storage cans can help, too (see above).   We're pretty fussy about quality; so we take delivery of seed from our distributor weekly and constantly rotate our inventory. Birds know when it's fresh!
how to order....
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12830 S. Saginaw St., Grand Blanc, MI 48439  810-695-8733
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