How to Attract Birds to your Garden

Whether you have a small city garden or a large lawn overlooking natural landscapes, there’s no doubt you would have seen the odd bird scoping out your space.

Bringing them in more regularly is simple to do. Naturally, birds are attracted to gardens where there is plenty of food and water available. However, there are a whole host of other things you can incorporate to encourage them to return time after time.

One of the most common ways to attract birds to your garden is with a bird feeder or a bird table. Hanging a bird feeder in your space provides a designated space for your new friends to rest and have a bite to eat, whilst you can sit back and enjoy the view.

When choosing your perfect bird feeder, it’s important to consider other interested creatures that may try to gain a nibble or two of the seeds designated for birds. Squirrels are commonly known to try their luck in eating bird seeds from the feeders and the LFJ Millers 3 in 1 Squirrel Proof Wild Bird Feeder, is the perfect way from preventing any unwanted visitors - whilst the butterfly shape creates a lovely focal feature in your garden!

It's important to note that you may have to wait a short while before birds are attracted to your bird feeder, but once they know where the feeder is, there’s no doubt they will return.

If you’re open to attracting different type of birds into your garden, it’s worth placing more than one bird feeder. Hanging one in a tree and attaching another to a fence will naturally encourage more visitors to your space.

Trying a bird table will also help to increase the chances of wild birds seeing their next meal in your garden. The Cheeko Ashford Deluxe Bird Table is great for this; the scrap table makes it easier to lay their bird feed out and the roof ensures their food stays dry in the wet weather. This type of feeder is also handy for birds who struggle to use a traditional nut feeder.

Water is essential for a healthy bird, particularly wild birds. Providing fresh water will encourage them to return time and again.

The Savic Aviary Drinker, Bird Water Feeder is a great outdoor option. Its special design prevents algae growth and reduces the risk of water contamination to ensure they’re receiving fresh water each time. A bird bath ensures they have a designated area to bathe and potentially cool down in the warmer weather.

As the joy of spring arrives, as does the urge to fill your garden with blossoming flowers, but have you ever thought about plants that attract birds? Berry-rich trees and shrubs are perfect in encouraging new guests. Holly, Ivy, Hawthorn, Honeysuckle, and Rowan plants are all perfect in attracting birds to your garden, whilst the seasonal colours are gorgeous to look at too.

If you’re searching for new additions for your bedding area, planting wildflowers will also help to attract insects, which birds seek to feed on!

Wild birds are often drawn to foods with various types of seeds. The type of foods birds are likely to be drawn to are:

These type of seeds or fat balls can easily be added to existing or new bird feeders or scattered on a bird feeding tray, as some birds such as blackbirds and chaffinches like to eat from the ground.

Once you’ve accessorised your garden to welcome wild birds, finding the perfect feed is essential. The Jollyes Wild Bird Food is one of the best choices to ensure all their favourite seeds are included, increasing the chances of them landing in your outdoor space.

For an indulgent type of bird food, the Basics Dried Mealworms and Shrimp is another great option. Set out as a treat or as a snack to encourage birds such as robins, wrens, blackbirds and many more. This mouth-watering treat will keep them healthy and their stomachs full!

To hit the ground running, the Peckish Peanut Ready to Use Feeder is also another great purchase. This feeder already contains delicious peanut snacks for wild birds, packed with nutrients and essential oils to support a healthy diet. It can also be easily refilled with more snacks such as the Harvest Suet Fat Balls for Wild Birds, perfect for the cold winter months.

Whether you’re new to feeding wild birds or searching for new fun ways to encourage them in your garden, it’s never been easier, and you’ll have a new feathered friend visiting in no time! Shop any other feeders or foods you may need from our wild bird range.