{"id":183,"date":"2018-04-24T10:58:12","date_gmt":"2018-04-24T09:58:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.capitalgardenservices.ie\/blog\/?p=183"},"modified":"2018-04-24T11:58:21","modified_gmt":"2018-04-24T10:58:21","slug":"features-good-birdhouse-give-bird-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.capitalgardenservices.ie\/blog\/features-good-birdhouse-give-bird-home\/","title":{"rendered":"Features of a Good Birdhouse \u2013 Give a Bird a Home!"},"content":{"rendered":"

\u201cHear how the birds, on every blooming spray, with joyous music wake the dawning day.\u201d
\n– Alexander Pope, English poet<\/p>\n

There is nothing like waking up to the utterly charming sound of birdsong in the morning. Birds are a wonderful addition to any garden and the easiest way to attract them is by building a birdhouse.<\/p>\n

Building a birdhouse is a fun DIY project the whole family can get involved in. Our latest infographic takes you through the steps of constructing your own birdhouse. It lays out how to ensure your birdhouse is well-constructed, sufficiently cosy and safe from predators. It also lists the materials you will need to create a top-quality birdhouse that will stand the test of time.<\/p>\n

If you don\u2019t want to build an entire birdhouse but are looking for ways to just attract birds to your garden, our infographic also offers some helpful tips. Our infographic shows you the proper equipment and planting you will need to make your garden a bird-friendly haven.<\/p>\n

In addition to their sheer loveliness, birds will benefit your garden in a whole host of ways. As landscape gardeners<\/a>, we appreciate their help in controlling pests and weeds as well as their ability to pollinate flowers. What\u2019s more, birds can help to boost property value as a house with well-maintained greenery that attracts birds has great curb appeal.<\/p>\n

Read our infographic below to learn how to build a birdhouse and give a bird home today!<\/p>\n

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