Bird feeders are a staple in the garden if you want to attract and support native birds. But, it's only truly effective if filled with the right food, properly maintained, and placed in an optimal location. The latter factor is often overlooked, but it could be the reason behind a lack of feathered visitors in your yard.
You see, to feed garden birds effectively you need to create a welcoming and safe environment in your yard. Bird feeders (whether its a cage bird feeder, like this on on Amazon, or a tray feeder, like this one from Walmart) should be placed in undisturbed spots, away from the threat of predators, and somewhere the birds will easily spot it.
