Gardens are usually included in the architectural design of houses. This is a space that does not only add beauty for your home but it can also be a source of many fun and interesting things for families and friends to enjoy. One of those things you can do to make it even more interesting is by making it a sanctuary for birds to visit, rest, and eat. It will be an easy thing to accomplish through the use of bird feeders.

Bird feeders do not just attract birds it can also be used as a decorative piece that will embellish your garden. Although it is easy to do a bird feeder project at home, buying those that are intended to improve your garden’s appeal will be a more suitable option if your aim is to have a nicely decorated outdoor space.

If you are new to bird feeding then your next question should be about the kind of food that birds eat. This will actually depend on the particular variety of birds you want to attract. The mix seeds intended for feeding birds you can get from pet stores are usually intended for sparrows, finches, doves and pigeons. If you wish to see humming birds and some small parakeets in your lawn then lure them with fruits like orange, apples and pears.

Aside from bird feeders, putting additional accents like bird houses and baths are also an excellent idea. A nicely decorated outdoor space can be a source of pride, don’t you think? And of course, nurturing and maintaining a nice garden will be a good hobby to keep.

Moss gardens have been flourishing in Japan for centuries now. Japanese have actually created vast areas of moss gardens and found that it is a better way to use this plant instead of buying chemicals to treat and make them vanish. In the United States however, this idea is just starting to be accepted by people but it seems to be seeing a heightened popularity in the near future.

Moss thrives in shaded places but still needs a bit of sunlight for photosynthesis. If you have a garden area that is shaded in most times of the day that no plant can thrive healthily, then creating a moss garden space is your next best option.

You do not have to buy moss from a plant nursery to propagate them in your garden. In fact, they are rarely available on sale. Surely though, they are already propagating somewhere in that shaded and moist area, just that waiting for them to spread widely on your preferred spot will take a long time. So all you have to do is do a simple manual labor to make them grow and multiply at a much faster rate. Here is how:

- Gather a mass of moss from your garden.

- Mix it in a blender with 2 cups of water and 2 cups of buttermilk.

- Use the lowest speed to mix everything.

- Produce a mixture resembling the consistency of a thin milk shake.

- Should you notice that the amount of moss is probably too little but you’ve ran out of places in your garden to get it from, don’t be shy to ask from your good neighbors. They might be more than willing to get rid of them anyway.

- Once the needed consistency is achieved, spread the mixture in areas where you want moss to grow.

- Take care of those spots by constantly sprinkling water and remove all debris.

There are plenty of moss garden ideas you can get online. Doing this as your next home project is a good idea, right?

Bird watching is fun and proof of this is the ever growing market for bird watching tools and equipments like spotting scopes and binoculars. Some have actually made a profession out of it by doing bird photography. But you actually do not have to spend a large amount of money to enjoy a bird watching hobby. All you need to is transform your garden into a bird friendly environment

One way of doing this is by putting or growing plants that are beneficial for them. A good plant example is honeysuckle. For one, this plant produces fruits in the autumn season that are sought by birds like bullfinches, warblers and thrushes. Different species of insects also feed on honeysuckles and these little creatures are attractive meals to birds as well. Sunflower is another plant most attractive to them. Sunflower seeds are good come-ons for birds and not only that, their bright yellow flowers can brighten up any garden.

Cotoneaster berries can be a good source of food for birds during the cold season of autumn and winter. Its flowers are also frequented by bees because of their rich nectar contents. By carefully choosing the kinds of plants to put in your garden, you will not only have a pleasing outdoor spot, you can also help in maintaining a good balance in the eco-system.

Bird baths do not just add accents in a garden space as they can also be a good spot for bird watching fun. When this becomes a permanent piece in your front or backyard you can monitor the different bird species that stays in your area all year round and those that visit in different seasons. A very interesting topic for people who will come to visit your house, don’t you think?

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Do you need that extra element that will give your garden an ump? How about coaxing birds into your yard with bird accessories? These flying creatures will not only provide you with entertainment but it will also assist you to ward off pests, facilitate the seeding and pollination of your garden plants and may give your yard the appeal it needs.

You may install a fountain or birdbath to entice a variety of winged species. In choosing garden products, you may consider purchasing water accessories to supplement your bird baths. Birds cannot resist water thus water features serve as a magnet for wild birds. You can add a birdbath de-icer which is inserted into the bowl of your fountain that keeps the water warm enough not to freeze. It is made of high quality heating unit with built in thermostat, a stainless steel guard, 6foot corn and a cord chew protector. You can also use a water wiggler which creates continuous ripples in the water which prevents mosquitoes breeding and the spread of West Nile virus.

Other garden accessory you may need is a bird feeder. But you have to choose the right king to entice birds to your garden. The basic features you should look for feeders should include it being stable and durable. It should be able to withstand strong winds and heavy rains as it will be placed outdoors. It should also hold a favourable amount of seeds to save you from all the hassle of having to refill it always. But it should also keep the seeds dry for if it will come in contact with moisture; it has a greater tendency of spoiling earlier than expected thus causing harm to birds forfeiting the purpose of having the feeder in your garden. And lastly it should be protected from wild animals that may come eating the seeds eventually attacking birds.

A bird cage makes a great addition to your garden as well. This will improve the appeal of your garden and it will give those beautiful birds a shelter. The birds will love their new home and will never have to venture far with all that they need just around the corner – food, shelter, water.

All the mentioned bird accessories are available at Garden Accent Heaven. They have all your garden needs, bird baths, bird feeders, wildlife cameras, squirrel feeders and other garden decors. This online shop is owned by passionate gardeners thus they know your sentiments and needs to enhance your garden. Whether you are an amateur or expert in the field of gardening, you will find this site a heaven to visit.