Ideas & How To's
How to Turn Your Winter Garden into a Bird-Friendly Haven
Winter doesn’t have to mean a quiet, lifeless garden. With the right plants, feeders, and simple habitat choices, your outdoor space can become a welcoming refuge for birds even during the coldest months. From reliable food sources to natural shelter, this guide shares practical ways to support winter birds while bringing movement, color, and life into your garden when you need it most.
The 5 Best Bird Seeds for Attracting Ontario's Feathered Friends To Your Garden
Creating a wildlife-friendly garden in Ontario is one of the most rewarding ways to connect with nature. As climate change and habitat loss continue to impact bird populations, choosing the right bird seed has never been more important. Ontario is home to a rich variety of bird species, and by offering high-quality seeds tailored to their dietary needs, you can transform your backyard into a thriving sanctuary year-round.
In this expert guide, we’ll explore the top five bird seeds that will attract a diverse array of wild birds, ensuring your garden remains a vibrant birdwatching haven throughout 2025 and beyond.
Inviting Birds to Your Garden
All trees and shrubs will provide something of value to birds nesting sites, insect food, shelter from weather and predators.
There are, without doubt, birds in your garden now. If you wish to encourage more birds and more varieties of birds around your home, you can do so by providing a variety of trees and shrubs, particularly those that provide food in the form of fruit, berries, nuts or seeds.



