I had to blocks of lard left over and a lot of seed so made some more fat feeders up today, they were very successful last time. I used more seed this time so had a bit spare which I put in a paper cup.
I have caught up with the washing and got some weekend shopping in. After lunch I decided it was time to sort the greenhouse out. I am not growing seeds this year but keep all the bird supplies in there and then leave the packaging everywhere. It was chaotic. I have been saving containers as I now buy mealworms and peanuts in bulk and don’t like leaving then in bags. A bit more organised now and I will really try to remove rubbish as it appears!
I went to put some stuff in the garden bin and took a picture of an aconite, because they are not only like sunshine but grow on long stalks and have pretty leaves.
I decided to have a drink sat out in the summer house, not a lot of birds around but a cheeky squirrel.
At the garden centre the other day I got a hanging bird feeder that was reduced. I put it out today and the squirrel was soon on it!
While I was sat there I did catch a glimpse of the wren. It is unlikely I will ever get a picture, it comes very rarely and flits about. But a delight for me was that it came and landed on a jar on the patio a few feet from me. Quite make my day that fleeting visit.
A couple of pictures from the garden to finish today, one of a beautiful primula and the other of a fabulous grass that I planted in the autumn.
Awww, he’s cute.
ReplyDeleteFunnily enough I was reading about beef dripping today, don’t ask why. It mentioned that a lot of people use it to make fat balls rather than lard as it sets better. It is slightly dearer than lard though. Although your fat feeders do look very appetising. To me as well as the birds I should think 😊
The greenhouse looks a great deal better after your tidy up. How long will it last though? Need to get you to come and do my hall cupboard I think.
The squirrel looks very happy with the new hanging food. They certainly are spoiled in your garden. Shame you can’t get a pic of the wren, but like you say they do move pretty quick. Maybe one day you never know. As long as you get to see them and get pleasure from it that’s all that matters.
Love the primula. They’re so bright and cheery. Bit like me......debatable I know 😊
A good day really, nice to get jobs done that have been niggling at you for ages!
ReplyDeleteDon’t suppose that feeder will last long, we have at least four squirrel visitors and you never know, the odd bird my get a look in too!
I am not very tidy minded, but will try not to let the greenhouse get that bad again!
The primula is just like you!