Early spring sees gardens competing for the best flowers and fruit sources.
But what if you want more than just blue blooms?
In this article, discover easy ways to attract birds and add life to your garden.
- Year-round Bloomers: (Perennial Flowers)
Birds love flowering plants as they provide food all year. Choose perennials like sunflowers, yarrow, poppy, and marigold that bloom continuously. - Homemade Shelters: (DIY Birdhouses)
Birds require shelter from wind and rain. Create small houses using pallets or old bottles filled with straw, grass, or leaves. - Water Sources: (Bird Baths)
Like all creatures, birds need water. Provide a shallow bird bath or a deep basin filled with standing water. - Nests: (Nesting Sites)
Birds make nests from plant materials. Place them in densely planted areas or on the wall of a small house. - Food Sources: (Feeding Stations)
Omnivorous birds eat fruits and insects. Create vegetable patches with cornfields to feed them.
Conclusion:
Invite birds into your garden for a lively and engaging atmosphere!
FAQs:
- Why would birds want to come to my garden?
Birds seek food, water, and shelter in your garden. Attract them with suitable flowers, houses, water sources, nests, and food stations. - Is it time-consuming and costly to attract birds?
No, simple steps can help you welcome birds into your garden. - How often should I change the water?
Regularly change the water to prevent bacterial growth and maintain high water quality.