Garden Made For The Birds

Do you love to see birds in your yard and garden? Here are a few tips to help you attract your favorite birds. The first thing is provide a water source; birds love fresh water for bathing and of course drinking. Get a yard water fountain or pond with a pump that creates water motion. Still stagnant water will attract mosquitoes and other bugs.

In my garden we planted sunflowers, when fully in bloom they provide an excellent food source. Research the trees in your yard and this will tell you the type of birds that nest in them. Provide bird houses, set up bird feeders. Remember squirrels love bird food. A squirrel guard is a good investment. You can also plant flowers and trees that will attract birds.

Humming birds are fun to watch, they are attracted to certain flowers. Some birds might feed on trees that produce berries providing food for numerous species of birds. Always remember if you feed your backyard birds, they depend on you year round and there could be disastrous results if they lose that food source. Not all birds fly south in the winter months. With a little time and effort you too can create a great space for your area birds. And one more thing, don’t forget to get some binoculars. You will surely need some for the hours of bird watching fun.

Creating a Garden for Butterflies

The reasons may be numerous but one good reason is a fun educational project to do with your family. Butterflies are around for a very short time and they will spend that time in sunny areas. Try to plant your garden in a spot that will get that daily sun.Butterflies are attracted to brightly colored flowers and will feed on the nectar flowers produce. Different flowers will attract different types of butterflies.

They will also require a water source. Like a garden landscape type fountain with a pump that creates water motion and will provide a fresh water source. This water motion will prevent mosquito larva to develop and also provide a great water source for those summer birds too. So have some fun with the kids this summer with a beautiful flower garden that will attract butterflies too. You and your entire family will enjoy this project and surely love the results.


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