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Do you remember that rusty old tomato cage gathering dust in your garage or toolshed? Hold onto it; it’s far from useless! You likely kept it because deep down, you knew it had potential. With just a bit of tweaking, this forgotten tomato cage can transform into an easy DIY bird bath holder. Chances are good that you’ve got everything else needed right at home. Essentially, any durable planter saucer that sits stably on top of the cage will do the trick. However, feel free to get creative—other options include bowls featuring wide rims, circular chip-and-dip platters, so long as they fit well over the cage. Incorporating a new bird bath like this adds a charming touch to your outdoor space.
trick to attract birds to gather in your yard
. Constructing a replica design for utilization as a bird feeder rather than a birdbath presents an alternative approach.
draw additional songbirds to your property
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If you’ve got multiple tomato cages ready for another use, choose the strongest-looking one with a circular shape at the top since those with squared shapes might not match your usual round plant saucer. Additionally, ensure that all the lower prongs of the chosen tomato cage remain undamaged because they’re essential for maintaining the stability of the bird bath setup.
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How to Create a Tomato Cage Bird Bath
Before altering the tomato cage, it’s advisable to test it first to check if adjustments are needed based on your preferred bird bath height. Insert the cage’s prongs into the soil close to the intended spot for the bird bath. Press the cage firmly until it stops sinking further; step away slightly to assess if you find the current height satisfactory. Should you desire a lower setting, extract the cage from the ground and employ either bolt cutters or robust wire clippers to trim off all sections located above the second-highest circular part.
If the tomato cage is already a pleasing color, there’s no need to paint it. If you do wish to paint it, choose an outdoor spray paint designed for metal, such as
Rust-Oleum Painter’s Touch
in yellow or green, or a color you prefer. Paint the cage and allow it to dry, then apply a clear coat sealer, if desired. Once the cage is dry again, push the bottom prongs into the ground in the location you’ve selected and make sure the top is horizontal. An area near trees is a good idea, as it gives birds a place to shelter and to preen after bathing.
Place the DIY birdbath saucer on top of the tomato cage. Should you be using a light saucer for your birdbath, add one or two heavy flat rocks inside the basin to stabilize it and prevent movement. This step is even advisable when employing a weighty birdbath container; these stones serve as perches where birds can rest while drinking but avoiding taking a dip. Keep the bath filled with fresh water at all times, ensuring cleanliness by changing the water every couple of days. Regularly refreshing the water serves multiple benefits.
stop mosquito larvae from emerging
in the birdbath.
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