How to Keep Birds Out of Flower Pots

How to Keep Birds Out of Flower Pots
Written By
Amy Lukavics
Amy Lukavics
Published: Feb 24, 2011
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
1 minute read

If you are stuck in this situation and want to be able to keep the birds away, there are a few easy precautions you can take that will effectively protect your flowers from birds.

Things You Will Need

  • Aluminum foil
  • Chicken wire
  • Wire cutters
  • Duct tape
  • Toothpicks
  1. Wrap aluminum foil around the entire rim of the pot. Aluminum foil is shiny and reflective and will likely scare the birds away with the glare.

  2. Cut out a piece of chicken wire using a pair of wire cutters that can be bent around the flowers and duct taped to the side of the pot. The chicken wire will still allow the flower to flourish but will block the birds.

  3. Insert multiple toothpicks throughout the soil in the pot. The toothpicks will discourage and prevent the birds from landing in the soil.

The Drip Cap

  • Birds can prove to be pests in the garden, especially if your potted flowers catch their eye.
  • The toothpicks will discourage and prevent the birds from landing in the soil.

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Amy Lukavics

Amy Lukavics is an Arizona resident who has been a professional writer since 2009. She contributes to the blog Hello, Moon and her writing interests include cooking, crafts, pregnancy, health and beauty.

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