Over Weeding Cleans Out Birds For Winter
Pictured right, a recent siting of Goldfinch gleaning seed heads of Evening Primrose. The yellow flowers born on spikes are lightly scented and attractive to moths. Leaving them to seed risks getting a fresh crop of this biennial flower.
But if I remove them, I clean out all the seeds that are food for these beautiful finches and others. There are many plants that you can leave in for bird food. Berries - Hawthorn, Cotoneaster, Mountain Ash, and Rose-hips, plus seed capsules like Evening Primrose.
The Royal Society For The Protection Of Birds recommend that food be left out for garden birds all year around. That's not surprising as gardens usually degrade the bird's natural habitat and serverely reduce the naturally available bird food.
But in winter especially, gardeners should leave out bird food in squirrel resistant feeders. Specially designed nut mixes are readily available for purchase. Also ensure fresh liquid water is available.
Friday, December 02, 2005
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