Ditch Traditional Bird Baths: The Home Depot Find That Doubles As Garden Decor

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Bird watching is a great way to pass the time, and if you consider yourself a bird lover, it makes sense to invest in resources that can help you attract birds and enhance their time in your yard. The Smart Solar Ravenna Blue Mosaic IntelliSOLAR Ceramic Bird Bath pairs a striking basin with a fountain feature, which can be attractive to birds and boost your property's appearance all at once.

Retailing for just under $260 at Home Depot, this bird bath might seem steeply priced at first glance, but it has a number of features that aim to create an elevated experience. The basin itself is adorned with a unique tiled mosaic pattern, which gives off Mediterranean vibes. A powder-coated steel stand makes the bird bath durable enough for regular outside use, while the solar-powered fountain features will keep birds flocking to the moving water. The basin measures 20¾ inches in diameter, while the total feature stands 28¾ inches high. While this bird bath is beautiful, it's important to remove it from your yard when temperatures fall into frost territory — fortunately, it weighs only about 22 pounds, so you can easily swap it with a more appropriate bird bath for your yard during winter.

At the time of writing, customers have given this bird bath a 4.4-star average with more than 200 reviews. Customers routinely mention that the product is attractive in addition to providing a pleasant soundscape for the yard.

Since the Smart Solar Ravenna Bird Bath is primarily powered by solar energy, it's important to place it in a location where it will receive adequate light. Recommendations from past customers in the product's Q&A section explain that the fountain feature operates best in full sunlight. On cloudy days or during shaded portions of the day, the fountain might stop working temporarily, despite the backup battery; fortunately, the water in the mosaic interior of the bird bath can still give birds a place to splash about and serve as a nice garden feature. Additionally, to fully enjoy this unique bird bath design, you should choose a spot where it can be admired from your house or at least from your outdoor sitting space. It could work well in the center of your yard to bring visual interest to a large grassy area, or even tucked back into a garden bed, provided it receives enough sunlight.

If you want to make this product a more natural destination for avian visitors, there is a simple step you can take: Add several river rocks around the basin. Because some birds are wary about entering water, the rocks can provide them with a secure place to stand while getting their beaks and feathers wet. 

Lastly, while the fountain feature may give the appearance of fresh flowing water, the bird bath actually recycles the same water through a reservoir. Set a calendar reminder so you'll remember to stay on top of providing clean water, which will ensure birds continue coming and help keep your bird bath beautiful and safe.