“Five years ago we got this local stone from a quarryman,” Rick Darke says. “I chiseled into it to create a water source for birds.”
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This birdbath, which barely requires any water, is about 100 yards out from Darke’s home office. “There’s just enough vegetation surrounding it for the birds to have refuge.” A number of ferns, silverbells, asters, bulbs, and Lobelia are in this area. “This is an example of how with the simplest of mechanisms, and low impact on your budget, you can add functionality in a way that provides for wildlife, conserves, and gives you a source of entertainment,” Darke says. We have more tips coming up for Earth Day on Monday, stay tuned! And our newsletter on Thursday will have articles on how you can welcome nature into your garden. Sign up by clicking the link in our bio! Photo by Rick Darke.
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