🌶️ Top Tip for Gardeners! 🌿
Gardeners across Wales are onto a hot trend this June—scatter chilli powder in your garden! 🌶️ It’s not just a spicy twist; it’s a clever way to help our feathered friends stay fed throughout the summer months. 🐦
👩🌾 **Why Chilli Powder?**
Bird populations have been struggling, with fewer habitats and less available food. The decline in insects, partly due to climate change and habitat loss, means birds have much less to eat. But here’s the trick: birds aren’t deterred by chilli, while pesky squirrels and foxes are!
🦉 **How to Use It:**
– Sprinkle chilli powder on your bird feed—think mealworms, suet, and fruit slices—and watch the birds feast happily! 🍏🐛
– Avoid flat bird tables due to disease risk; opt for safer feeding setups.
– Refrain from using seeds or peanuts between May and October, as they could spread disease.
🌿 Gardening doesn’t just beautify your space; it can support local wildlife too. Let’s make our gardens a sanctuary for birds this summer, one spicy step at a time!
Share your gardening secrets or any bird-friendly tips you have in the comments below. Happy gardening! 🌺🐦