Ditch Traditional Bird Baths: The Cute Amazon Find That Doubles As Garden Decor

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If you fancy yourself a birdwatcher and want to add a new bird bath to your yard, opting for something a little whimsical could be the perfect choice. While garden gnomes aren't everyone's cup of tea, it's hard to deny that they bring a unique sense of charm and magic to a space — in fact, this centuries-old garden trend is currently making a comeback. If you're in the market for a new fixture, Amazon's MUMTOP Garden Gnome Statue with Sunflower Birdbath and LED light is a great option.

Retailing for $26.83, this bird bath features a fantastical gnome holding a honey jar in one hand and a flower in the other, while his hat is topped with a sunflower that serves as the water reservoir. As far as bird baths go, this one is quite compact — it measures just 10.43 inches tall by 5.91 inches wide. Tiny but versatile, you can also choose to use this as a bird feeder and fill the reservoir with an appropriate seed mix. There's no need for a bulky bird feeder if you don't have the space — this small fixture is easy to add to any-sized yard or patio.

At the time of writing, customers had given the gnome bird bath a 4.4-star average from more than 130 reviews. While most buyers state that the product is cute and a nice addition to the garden, there is some mixed feedback on its durability: Some reviews mention how well the bird bath holds up while others complain of it breaking easily.  

Since this gnome bird bath is on the smaller side, you might be better off installing it as part of your current decor setup; maybe near the front of your house off to the side of the walkway, or in a garden bed on your property. It also may be worthwhile to place it on a table or bench to increase its height and offer you a better view of it from inside your home. 

Thanks to the solar LED light, this bird bath can create an appealing glow in the evenings. While the product's specifications don't provide details about charging, remember to position the gnome in a spot that receives at least some sunlight everyday.

With its low-to-the-ground design — standing less than 11 inches tall — this bird bath is best suited to flying friends who enjoy being close to the ground when bathing and feeding. Cardinals, finches, and chickadees are commonly seen frequenting baths that are 2 to 3 feet high, while some birds like doves, sparrows, and robins prefer to stay close to the ground. Continuing to provide fresh water to your bird bath can fill a need for these birds that prefer to stay away from taller structures. If you choose to use the reservoir as a feeder, you can experiment with what kinds of bird food you use — for example, a handful of ground-feeding birds love eating oats, in addition to other feed like white millet.