by Julie Zickefoose (Author)
A Practical Illustrated Bird-Oriented Gardening Book with Great Reference Charts
Bird-watchers
everywhere dream of a landscape dotted with fruiting shrubs, nests
tucked into twining vines, and birds flocking to feeding stations. Let Natural Gardening for Birds
show you how to lay out the welcome mat for birds by considering all of
their needs, including year-round food, water, and shelter. Whether
you’re looking to create a hummingbird garden, install a water feature,
create alluring perches, or simply designate a corner of your property
as a natural area, you’ll find all the inspiration and information you
need in Natural Gardening for Birds, including:
The best plants for nectar, fruit, and seeds
The most attractive foods to offer birds
Housing for cavity-nesting birds
Simple habitat enhancements like snags and perches
Region-specific planting ideas and charts