 One of the most effective ways to transform your yard into a welcoming winter habitat for birds is by providing both food and shelter. As temperatures drop and natural food sources become scarce, birds rely on well-planned gardens to meet their seasonal needs. Incorporating bird-friendly landscaping into your yard is a great start. Planting a variety of evergreen trees and shrubs offers vital protection from harsh winds and predators while also giving birds a safe space to roost and rest. Additionally, selecting plants that produce winter berries—such as holly, winterberry, and viburnum—ensures birds have a natural food source throughout the colder months.
Supplementing with high-nutrition food is equally important. Birds expend a tremendous amount of energy trying to stay warm, and foods rich in fats, like suet, peanuts, nyjer seed, and black oil sunflower seeds, provide the calories they need to survive. These nutrient-dense offerings are particularly important on freezing nights when energy reserves are quickly depleted. Shelter can be a deciding factor in whether smaller, leaner birds make it through the winter. Planting clusters of evergreens in protected areas of your yard or installing roosting and nesting boxes in sheltered spots can give birds a secure refuge from wind and weather. When you provide both a consistent food source and a safe place to stay warm, your yard becomes a haven for overwintering birds—and a lively, rewarding place to enjoy their company all season long. Comments are closed.
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