Hints and Tips to Attract Birds to Your Garden
Put out different foods to attract different birds
The wild birds that visit your garden will depend on the type of food you put out for them. The Gardman wild bird care range has lots of feeds and treats designed to attract an equally wide variety of species to your garden.
As well as feeds that attract common garden birds, such as Tits and Finches we also offer specialist seed blend enjoyed by rarer Hedgerow and Woodland birds.
Always use the right feeder
Gardman’s range of feeders is as varied as our feeds. So if you’re putting out peanuts, choose a proper peanut feeder, or use a seed feeder for one of our many seed mixes.
Those looking for something more ornate will love our lantern and carriage light feeders, while if squirrels are a problem in your garden, make sure you go for a tough, durable squirrel-proof design.
Positioning Feeders
Feeders should be positioned out of reach of predators such as cats. To help you do this Gardman offer a wide choice of feeder hooks, hangers, brackets and stands.
When choosing a site in your garden for a feeder, be aware that some birds do not like feeding in areas that are too open and remember to put your feeder where you can see and enjoy the birds it attracts.
Why fresh water is vital
As well as regularly putting food out, it’s vital that fresh water is available at all times as all birds need water for both drinking and bathing.
To keep warm, birds need to keep their feathers really clean so ensure water supplies do not freeze up during winter months.
Keeping things clean
To protect birds from infections and diseases make sure you regularly clean feeders and feeding areas with a mild detergent.
Clean up droppings, taking care to protect yourself by wearing gloves and washing hands afterwards. Also make sure all leftover food and food made wet by the rain is removed as this helps to prevent the build up of harmful bacteria.
Storing bird feed
Bird feeds are not fit for human consumption and may contain nuts or nut traces so it’s important they are stored away from children and that those with nut allergies take care.
Proper storage of feeds is also important to maintain freshness and prevent damage from vermin. To help do this, Gardman have a choice of storage bins and tubs available.