The Genius Dollar Tree Hack That'll Instantly Upgrade Your Hummingbird Feeder

Hummingbirds are a fun, beneficial guest to welcome into your backyard. There are so many smart ways to draw more hummingbirds into your yard such as providing them with nectar in a feeder. However, standard feeders may leave the birds vulnerable to aerial predators. If you want to go the extra mile to protect your feathered visitors, you'll love this clever, quick Dollar Tree hack. With a little crafting prowess, upgrade your feeder with a DIY rain cover that acts as an umbrella. All you need is a Colander With Handle, which acts as the main cover for the umbrella, Garden Collection Metal Garden Hooks, and Nylon Cable Ties.

This rain cover will protect hummingbirds from predators, and it can also provide much needed shade to help your nectar last longer. Hummingbirds will flock to your yard to feed at a safe, comfortable place to eat. Not only does attracting hummingbirds to your yard offer an unmatched birdwatching experience, it's also a great way to improve the ecology of your backyard. Many plants rely on hummingbirds as a primary pollinator, making these tiny birds vital for the environment.

Once you have your supplies, this is an unbelievably simple DIY that shouldn't take longer than five minutes to pull off. First, attach a cable tie loosely to the middle of your colander, right at the bottom of the basin. Don't tighten it all the way yet. Now, thread your two hooks through the cable tie — one on the inside of the colander and one on the outside. Once they're in place, you can tighten the cable tie all the way. Hang the colander basin-side down where you want the hummingbird feeder. It should look like an umbrella. Hang your hummingbird feeder from the lower S-hook and you're all set.

If you're eager to welcome more feathered friends, consider planting flowers such as honey suckle or snapdragons to turn your space into a hummingbird haven. You can also consider placing a Style Selections Hummingbird Swing close by your new covered feeder to give them a place to rest – hummingbirds are happiest when you put their swing in this ideal spot. You can even consider using the same DIY method to create a cover for your swings, too. With plenty of flowers, places to perch, and a safe place to eat, hummingbirds will love paying you a visit.