November 9th

By Mutt Mulligan

It’s for the Birds!

Did you know that feeding birds early in the cold season keeps them coming back all winter long?

So while the blaze of autumn gives way to winter gray, you can invite color back into your space by putting up a bird feeder.

Sunflower seeds are by far the most nutritious food for birds. But beware that a build up of hard shells can damage your new grass come springtime.

Either collect them before they accumulate or offer up seeds without the shells.

Suet balls are another favorite, but be sure to remove any of the non-biodegradable netting after the birds are done with it. For more ways to attract birds to your lawn this winter, visit this site.