Goodbye Traditional Birdbaths — The New Home Depot Find That Look Like A Flower

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Birdbaths are a simple and easy way to attract birds to your place. The problem, however, is that most traditional birdbaths look pretty much the same. They all typically have a shallow, round basin sitting on top of a gray concrete pedestal. Now, surely, they do the job, but they don't look very decorative. That is exactly where something like the monadecor Sunflower Series Bird Bath at Home Depot stands out. It also has the same pedestal design as many traditional birdbaths. However, what sets it apart is its bowl that's like an open sunflower, and the green stem-like pedestal, which both make the whole birdbath look intentional and ornamental. This unique birdbath design can add instant delight to any yard or garden.

The birdbath measures about 24 ½ inches high and 20 inches wide. As for the build, the sunflower birdbath is made from fiber-reinforced concrete, and it weighs about 22 pounds. The product description also mentions that the birdbath is weather-, wind-, and UV-resistant, and its bowl is about 2 inches deep. Other than that, the birdbath also comes with a 90-day manufacturer's warranty, and it requires minimal assembly.

There is one catch, though. Since the monadecor Sunflower Series Bird Bath is fairly new, it does not have any customer reviews at the time of writing, and that makes it difficult to assess its build quality and long-term performance. Also, it is a bit pricey at around $190. So, if you are looking for something cheaper, you might want to opt for another birdbath.

If you want to get the most out of your monadecor Sunflower Series Bird Bath, you must place it in a good location in your garden or lawn. For instance, rather than installing it somewhere in the open, place it near plenty of plants but in an area that is still clear enough for the birds to spot any danger. There are many flowers you can plant near your bird bath to turn it into a flower magnet. Some good examples include zinnias (Zinnia spp.) and coneflowers (Echinacea spp.). You can even add ornamental grass around the birdbath. Just make sure that the flowers and plants you choose are not so tall that they hide the birdbath from birds.

It is also important to note that the placement of the birdbath should not be just about the looks. It should consider birds, too. For instance, when deciding where to put the birdbath, make sure that it is away from places where predators could hide and attack the birds. Similarly, it should be away from places with a lot of foot traffic. Crowded spots discourage birds from visiting the birdbaths.

The 2-inch bowl of the monadecor birdbath is also worth paying attention to. The depth is fine for many birds, but some smaller bird species might be discouraged by it. So, make sure to add some clean rocks and pebbles in the birdbath as well. This will help small birds land safely and keep them from drowning in the birdbath. If, however, you do not want stones in your birdbath, you can purchase these floating bee islands by DECOHS on Amazon and add them instead. These will help you attract bees and butterflies while also saving them from drowning.