Johnston & Jeff Peanuts

Johnston & Jeff Peanuts — High-Energy Peanuts for Garden Birds

Johnston & Jeff Peanuts are a high-energy, high-protein food for a wide range of garden birds. Rich in fat and protein, peanuts provide the concentrated energy that birds need — particularly in cold weather and during the breeding season. Feed from a peanut feeder to prevent whole peanuts being taken by adult birds and fed to nestlings, which can be a choking hazard. Available in 2kg, 4kg, 6kg tub and 12.75kg.

Key Benefits

• High in fat and protein — concentrated energy food
• Attracts a wide range of garden bird species
• Particularly valuable in cold weather and during the breeding season
• Feed from a peanut feeder for safety
• Attracts species not always drawn to seed feeders
• Available in 2kg, 4kg, 6kg tub and 12.75kg

How to Feed

Always feed from a peanut feeder with a mesh that prevents whole peanuts being removed. This ensures birds can only take small pieces, making them safe for nestlings. Never put whole peanuts out during the breeding season (April–August) when parent birds may take them to feed chicks. Feed year-round in a peanut feeder.

Suitable for attracting

Blue tit, great tit, coal tit, long-tailed tit, nuthatch, great spotted woodpecker, greenfinch, house sparrow, starling, jay and many more garden birds.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are peanuts safe for garden birds?
Yes, when fed correctly from a peanut feeder. The mesh prevents whole peanuts being taken, so birds can only access small pieces. Whole peanuts should never be put out during the breeding season as they can be a choking hazard for nestlings.

Why must I use a peanut feeder?
A mesh peanut feeder ensures birds can only take small fragments at a time. During the breeding season (April–August), parent birds may carry food to their chicks — whole peanuts are too large for nestlings to swallow safely and can cause choking.

Which size should I choose?
The 2kg and 4kg bags are suitable for most gardens. The 6kg tub is a practical choice for regular feeders as the tub keeps peanuts fresh and dry. The 12.75kg bag offers the best value for high-volume feeding.