Ditch Boring Birdbaths: The Find From Lowe's That Adds A Rustic Touch To Garden Beds

Adding a birdbath to your garden is one of the easiest ways to attract birds. The problem? Many traditional birdbaths have a plain design, which, to be honest, can feel a little boring. But, other options, like the Oakland Living sunflower frog birdbath, trade that plain, boring look for a more whimsical and rustic design. Selling at Lowe's for about $120, the Oakland Living sunflower frog birdbath has a sunflower-shaped basin and a frog engraved on the pedestal.

The birdbath also comes in two colors: antique bronze and Verdi gray. Both of these colors have a rustic feel, and you can choose the one that matches the overall theme of your garden bed. As for size and build, the birdbath measures about 35 inches high, 18 ¼ inches wide, and is constructed from weather-resistant cast aluminum. Buyers seem to like the Oakland Living sunflower frog birdbath, too. Its reviews on Lowe's consistently note that the birdbath is sturdy, easy to assemble, and a good fit for flower and garden beds.

That said, not all reviews are positive. One buyer mentioned that the instructions for assembling it are vague, whereas another noted that it is too deep for the birds to comfortably bathe in. This is a valid concern. So, make sure you check out some other bird bath designs before you make your purchase, or read up on how to make it safe. Adding stones and pebbles to it will give the birds a place to perch safely. And, keep in mind that with constant bird activity, birdbaths can get dirty fast. So, make sure that you clean your birdbath regularly as well.

If you want to give your garden a rustic look using the Oakland Living Sunflower frog birdbath, place it somewhere it can stand out without looking disconnected from the surrounding plants. You want to avoid surrounding it with plants that grow tall enough to hide the pedestal or basin and instead, use lower-growing flowers, ornamental grasses, or groundcovers that soften the area around its base while also keeping its decorative details visible. Some good options are coneflowers (Echinacea purpurea), pink muhly grass (Muhlenbergia capillaris), and phlox (Phlox spp.) Similarly, you can also use English lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) or common yarrow (Achillea millefolium) — as long as you keep an eye on its aggressive growing habits.

All of these are known for bringing a rustic look to gardens and will help enhance the look of your Oakland Living Sunflower frog birdbath. Just keep in mind that you should not position your birdbath based only on looks. Its placement needs to work for birds as well. So, when deciding where to put a birdbath, make sure you pick a spot that is within a few feet of trees or bushes. This allows the birds to quickly escape and hide if they feel threatened.