Flower gardens are wonderful places of serenity, especially when animals are invited inside. Having a decorative bird bath in your yard can help attract birds and other animals while giving you a peaceful place to reflect and watch the world go by.

There are literally hundred's of styles and types of bird bath to choose from. Whether you have a ton of land in the country or you live in the city there is a birdbath suitable to your surroundings. Birds will appreciate your effort to give them a place of their own!

There are classic birdbaths with themes such as butterflies, roses, sundials or even sailboats. There are artsy ones that might feature a cactus, a squirrel, a seahorse or the ever-popular gazing globe. You can have a stone, resin, or even a fountain style birdbath. You can even choose one for hanging up if you are short on space or have the perfect tree.

Bird baths can be placed out in the open of your yard so you can admire the decoration even when birds aren't using it. Consider placing a bird feeder or even a birdhouse nearby to give feathered creatures even more of an incentive to hang out in your yard.

The depth of you water is a consideration when maintaining a birdbath. It is best to keep about three inches of water in the bottom. If the bowl is deeper you can put in a screen or add rocks to give it height.

Make sure you don't have stagnant water in your birdbath. A bath with moving or splashing water is especially attractive to birds and will cut down on mosquitoes. There are sprinkler types available if this appeals to you.

Make sure to hose out your birdbath regularly, and think about a de-icer for your bird bath if you live in a cold climate. These are very affordable and it will make sure the birds receive water during the hard winter months.

As you can see there are many things to think about when deciding to purchase a bird bath. But one thing is for sure. You will have years of enjoyment and have a beautiful addition to your yard with the decision to purchase a bird bath. Happy hunting and remember the sky is the limit!