Composting and using cover crops encourages the natural cycle. Grow native plant varieties which generally need less fertilizer. Attracting specific animals and insects to your garden 1. Food - The simplest way to attract birds is to provide a birdfeeder with seeds. A variety of seeds will provide the largest variety of birds.
Common choices are sunflower, niger, millet, suet, and corn.
Different types of feeders suit different birds, and can be purchased or made from simple plans. To attract small clinging birds, provide hanging feeders with small access holes. Some birds, such as juncos, prefer open tray feeders, or seed scattered on the ground. Natural vegetation provides berries, seeds and insects. A variety of water sources attracts the largest variety of birds.