Birds in Backyards

Gardening for birds

Hanging basket containing the nest of a Little Wattlebird © Sarah Jane Petts Hanging basket containing the nest of a Little Wattlebird
Photo: Sarah Jane Petts © Sarah Jane Petts
Little Wattlebird nestlings in a hanging basket © Sarah Jane Petts Little Wattlebird nestlings in a hanging basket
Photo: Sarah Jane Petts © Sarah Jane Petts

Gardening successfully for birds involves several steps, including choosing suitable plants for your area, understanding what these plants need in order to thrive and some basic ideas about how to design a garden that works for you and the birds, while fitting well into its local environment. This section includes profiles of plant groups and how to choose them for your needs, as well as gardening and design tips and a whole host of useful resources, including books and links.

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