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Keep Mosquitoes Away: Attract More Birds with moving Water Features
If you’re anything like me you love summer! I love the later evening sunsets, the sound of cicadas singing their song and if there is a body of water within 100 miles, I’d like to be in it. Picture this, it’s a hot summer Saturday, you’re sitting poolside with a margarita in hand at a family BBQ and suddenly you find yourself swatting a long needled pest sitting at a country buffet of your blood, a Mosquito. It’s the gross reality of summer. Not only do mosquitos leave behind ichy and sometimes large welts, they also carry with them illness-causing diseases that can wreak havoc on your immune system.
Never fear, NATURE IS HERE. Birds are a GREAT all-natural option to help keep mosquitos to a minimum in your yard this summer. Various species of birds are known for their nack of ridding yards across the United States with my summer time enemy.
- Purple Martins – The Mosquito Slayer. These guys are known for their incredible ability to hunt these pesky insects. They come in large families that make them really effective in controlling Mosquito populations.
- Chickadees & Titmice – Tiny but Mighty. They may be small in size, but pack a punch when it comes to keeping mosquitos in check. Trust us, you’ll want them on your side.
- Swallows – To-Go Order. These guys are remarkable. They can catch mosquitos mid flight, making them excellent hunters you’d love to see in your yard.
You’ll want to attract several of these heavy hitters if you’d like to keep mosquitos out of your yard this summer. The best way to attract birds in summertime is by providing food water or shelter. In this case, lets take a look at water. Providing your feathered friends with a cool space for them to splash around in water is absolutely paramount. In the heat of summer there’s simply no better way to entice friendly fliers than with moving water!
Accessories for bird baths and leaf misters will absolutely bring more birds (and butterflies) to the garden. Because
they keep water from becoming stagnant, it stays fresher and mosquitoes can’t lay their eggs in it either.Both solar fountains and those using electricity recirculate water in bird baths. Drippers and leaf misters run off the outdoor spigot and although very slow and adjustable, do utilize a continuous water flow. They come as complete kits with everything required to be up & running in minutes… no kidding!
Leaf misters offer lots of options for placement too. You can attach them to a branch or trellis, (50 ft. of rubber tubing is included) attach to a deck bracket or even a simple plant stake in the garden. We prefer the latter as the mister may easily be moved around to benefit the garden by watering different sections daily.Butterflies especially adore the gentle mist, while hummingbirds and other songbirds like chickadees and bluebirds will wait for them to start each morning… it’s like a spa for them and makes a spectacular viewing experience for host too.
Place leaf misters near nectar-producing plants like lantana and enjoy the show!Moving water in a bird bath or somewhere in the landscape is the ticket to seeing more bird activity during warm summer months. In fall, simply pack them up and store away for next season. A one-time investment that promises to bring many seasons of use and enjoyment… and more winged activity to your place!
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Instant Window Bird Feeders – Even Window Bird Baths!
They say the kitchen is the heart of the home, with meals, conversation and most comings and goings through the door leading to the garage where vehicles are parked. Builders know it’s the sink where much time is spent and usually place a window above it for natural light, views of trees (if you’re lucky) and lush green yards.Placing window bird feeders within this view is an optimal spot for catching the great outdoors and nature’s happenings without interrupting daily routines. If by chance the deck is off your kitchen or breakfast room, its rails are absolutely perfect for the birds! The feeder need not necessarily mount on the window itself!
A really cool and versatile bracket thing called a deck ring lets you add an instant feeder, or even a bird bath in
seconds. It clamps on with simple hardware (no tools required) and best of all there’s no damage to rails. The sturdy iron ring will accommodate heavier ceramic bowls, as simple plant saucers are perfect for feeders or baths. Say you don’t want any mess that birdseed can bring? Opt for fresh water- it’s by far the easiest and best way to entice feathered friends! Add a heater to that bowl in winter and the activity promises to mesmerize… it’ll be the most popular spot in the yard.With close-up views like these, you’ll see birds from another perspective. Right now many are looking a little sickly with streaked plumage that’s half dull and half bright. But it’s just the molting process that happens every fall. Birds are shedding old, tattered feathers for new ones to help them through another season of cooler weather.
Entice more feathered friends to your place and liven up the view from that kitchen sink quickly and easily by placing a feeder or bath right on the deck rail.
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try a deck-mount birdbath for smaller spaces
Think there’s no room on your deck for a cool birdbath? Think again!You can create a dramatic and unique focal point with a deck-mounted birdbath. This handcrafted birdbath with an aged copper-patina finish is just plain cool. The organic form and textured detail promises to enhance any setting while attracting avian amigos!
The texture is a plus for birds as it allows them better footing than most slick surfaces. Its sloped sides also facilitate a “walk-in” approach for smaller songbirds and juveniles. Complete with wrought iron deck clamp, installation takes just a few seconds, and the clamp-on design means no holes in the deck rail too.
Fresh water in a birdbath really is the best way to entice more wild birds to your place, and with the rising cost of seed… that’s a good thing! The other advantage, is that you can switch out bowls for freezing winter months and create a new feeding station with the same close-up views of your birds. Take an inexpensive plastic plant saucer, drill a few drainage holes, and you’ve got a winter bird feeder that allows for feeding a variety of treats.
No yard or small yard? This season, try a deck-mounted birdbath, then sit back and enjoy the show!
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