You maybe asking yourself "What is the best way to bring the little birdies into your yard?  Well, the easiest way is to provide the kinds of food they love, and place it in a fun & useful bird feeder.

Feeding birds help sustain them during winter months when natural sources are scarce.  But feeding during Spring & Summer is fun because then the birds will hang around and sing to you while you relax on the back porch or patio.  A birds song is great back ground music while entertaining and they make great company while working in the yard.

Arizona Pottery carries a wide selection of birdhouses and feeders in our Garden Item section.  Hummingbird feeders blown out of glass, wooden gazebos that are decorative, stone carved feeders and metal feeder that are durable are all available....

Some feeding tips:  If you keep your feeder of choice filled constantly with bird seed mix they will quickly become fans and eat constantly.  So fill the feeder once a day and train them when to eat.  Use a high energy seed mix for health.  A great blen of seed contains hulled sunflower seeds, white millet, and niger which appeals to most birds.  Suet feed will satisfy the rest.

All the feeders shown can be found in our Garden Items section under "Bird Feeder".

 

When it comes to selecting a feeder, remember that a tray, hopper, tube or suet feeder will attract different types of birds.  Choose one that appeals to your favorites.  To attract the greatest array of birds, select one of each.

Hang the feeder in sight where you can enjoy it.  Place a foot or two from the window so it will be safer for the birds.  If they get startled, a low speed run in with the glass won't harm them.  Make sure they are not hanging by a post, or tree where a pet can get to them while they are eating. 

Lastly consider maintenence.  Wash the feeders every couple of weeks in hot soapy water.  Old seed that is moldy or decomposing can make birdies sick so keep the seed current.  Dry the feeder before re-filling to keep the seed fresh.

If you use these few tips - you will experience great success in attracting birds to your garden areas and will keep them healthy & happy while there!

 

Check out our bird houses.  They are really fun!