From pollinating plants to dispersing seeds, birds play a variety of crucial roles that help to keep ecosystems in balance.

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Berry bushes tend to be another target for your furry critter garden brigade, but they can also fall victim to common insect pests, such as aphids, mealybugs, spider mites, and thrips.

Dense shrubs also provide valuable shelter, nesting sites, and food sources, especially berries. Plants like holly and pyracantha are excellent choices due to their abundant berries.

2. Paint and add realistic fruit details Use outdoor-safe acrylic paint in bright colours so they are easy for birds to spot, think red for strawberries, yellow for apricots, or deep purple for plums.

2. Paint and add realistic fruit details Use outdoor-safe acrylic paint in bright colours so they are easy for birds to spot, think red for strawberries, yellow for apricots, or deep purple for plums.

Birds consume berries year-round, but most shrubs and trees produce berries only once a year. To ensure a continuous supply of berries, plant a variety of berry-producing species.

The bushes are frequently used to spruce up a dull landscape or lackluster yard, but the beautiful red berries on the Nandina bush are toxic to birds, humans and other animals. “Nandina berries ...