Bird Baths

Do you know that the earlier birdbath was a simple depression in soft grounds? Birdbaths are a sure-fire way to attract more birds to your yard by just using water.

Birdbaths are artificial puddles or small shallow ponds that have a water field basin. This basin is specially designed for birds to drink, bathe and cool themselves using fresh, clean water. At times, the birdbaths are also used as garden ornaments, outdoor sculptures, small reflecting pools, or a part of a wildlife garden. It is a great attraction for many different species of birds to visit gardens, specifically during summer and drought periods. At times, birdbaths can be a pre-made basin on a pedestal or hanging from the trees, or they can be carved out of depression in boulders and rocks.

Things to know before installing a birdbath bowl

Birdbaths not only add aesthetic value to your garden or patio area but are meant to welcome more birds. So, if you want to enjoy seeing a wide variety of bird species while sitting in your yard, garden birdbaths are all that you need. Luckily, there are dozens of brands offering a wide range of birdbath styles, colours, sizes, and other specifications. However, at the time when buying the right type of birdbath is a task itself, it is also important to use these garden accessories appropriately. This is why before heading to sharing tips on how to buy one, we are going to share some thoughts on the necessary information you should have before buying an outdoor birdbath.

The right location is crucial

When we speak of using a birdbath, location is of great importance. As birdbath fountains hold both aesthetic and functional importance, it is important to position them in a way that offers comfort to birds and aesthetic value to your property. Birds prefer to cover as it makes them feel secure. Therefore, an ideal place for the birdbath is near trees, shrubs, and other covered areas. Also, make sure your birdbath is away from direct sunlight. Besides offering comfort and shade, it will also protect water from getting too hot or dried. Hence it is important to pick a position with sufficient shade and fresh air.

Going big can never go wrong

When it comes to the birdbath, bigger is always better. Bigger the size, the more water it will have hence more space to welcome birds. We know there are many small size cute decorative birdbaths in the market but imagine how limited the number of birds they can serve at a time is. These items can never be effective in attracting birds. So, the solution is to look for a bigger birdbath that comes with a broader bowl on the top. It will provide ample room for multiple feathered beings to stop in big bunches.  For style and comfort, you can opt for a birdbath with more than one shelves of different sizes.

Freshwater is crucial

Another best thing that you can do to attract maximum birds to your bath is by keeping it filled with fresh water. You can easily do that by adding refreshing water to your birdbath by making it a part of your daily yard or watering routine. It is a simple thing but can truly make your space a lot more appealing and welcoming to birds. You can also adjust the birdbath in a way that the water from trees or plants drips into the bowl. Or otherwise, you can use an artificial automated drip watering system to keep adding fresh water with periodic gaps.

Useable temperate – All year round

The water in a birdbath must be at moderate temperature. For winters you can add a water heater in the bowl and keep welcoming birds to your home. However, keeping the water cooler in the hot season might demand many considerations. At first, you should keep the birdbath in shadow. Prefer placing it under the tree in a way that it is entirely under the shadow of the tree but still visible to the birds. Secondly, make sure you are adding fresh water daily. You can also add ice blocks in the water after intervals as it will keep the water cooler for a bit longer period.