Slugs have always copped a bad reputation in the eyes of gardeners. A new campaign titled Making Friends with Molluscs hopes to change this. The initiative, kickstarted by the Royal Horticultural Society and The Wildlife Trusts, encourages homeowners to consider the positive role of slugs and other molluscs in their garden’s ecosystem.
Niger seeds (sometimes called nyger or nyjer seeds) are a popular seed among many wild birds. They can be enjoyed on their own as a tasty snack or as part of a yummy bird seed mix.
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Keep reading to discover more about niger seed, including what birds like to eat it and how best to use it.
Wild birds come in a variety of shapes and sizes and have a variety of feeding habits, which is why there are so many different types of bird feeder on the market.
When you're trying to choose the best bird feeder for your garden, think carefully about which birds you're hoping to attract. This will inform your purchase - for example, some birds are ground feeders, whereas others prefer to forage in bushes and trees.
(Of course, you can always set up several different feeders in your garden and attract a wide variety of birds!)
If you're not sure what kind of bird feeder to purchase, read on to learn about the different feeder types and which bird species they are most likely to attract.
There are two key factors to consider when hanging a bird feeder in your garden.
