How to protect berries on bushes and trees from birds
When summer arrives, gardeners look forward to the ripening of berries on bushes and trees. However, in addition to humans, birds are also eager to eat the harvest.
There are many ways to protect it from birds, but not all of them are humane or effective. One simple life hack that doesn't harm our feathered friends will help you preserve your harvest. This was reported by porady.24tv.ua.
What you will need:
- Foil
- Fishing line or rope
How to do it:
- Cut the foil into strips.
- Stretch the fishing line or rope between the berry bushes or trees.
- Tie the foil strips to the rope so that they flutter freely in the wind.
How it works:
The shiny foil strips make noise in the wind and reflect sunlight, which birds perceive as a danger. Therefore, they won't risk flying up to bushes and trees to eat berries.
Important:
- Do not use too much foil, as this can harm the birds.
- This method does not guarantee 100% protection, as some birds may not be afraid of foil.
- Remember that birds play an important role in the garden ecosystem by eating pests, so don't try to drive them away completely.
Additional tips:
- You can use other shiny objects instead of foil, such as old CDs.
- You can also scare the birds with a stuffed squeaky animal.
- If you have pets that could damage the berries, use netting or other fencing.
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