Roseanne Sherry: Gardening is for the Birds!

Landscaping with natives and other plants to attract birds is a way to extend the gardening season throughout the year. The benefits of enhancing home landscapes to attract birds, both residents and migratory, range from environmental improvements on a local scale to the personal well-being and enjoyment of the gardener.

Various ways of attracting birds with extensive plant lists, feeding stations, container plantings and enhancements like water sources increase the chance of enlarging a yard list to well over 50 species throughout the year. When creating habitat for the birds, other creatures benefit from the same ecological niche.

Rosanne Sherry is the URI Cooperative Extension Master Gardener State Coordinator.

Event is free.