I have baby birds in one of my front hanging planters. I discovered the nest a few weeks ago as every time I would water the planter, a bird would fly out, sit on a near-by branch and chirp angrily at me. Here’s a picture of the 3 babies:
I believe they are Purple Finches judging by the sound description, egg color and habitat. I try to be careful with them and water less than my usual so as not to flood the little nest or get the eggs, now babies, wet. I always save this planter for last so once disturbed, the family can quickly relax again knowing there are no humans around. Hopefully the babies will successfully fledge.
Here’s the planter:
And here’s a parent on the roof above the nest waiting for me to leave:
And, here’s what’s blooming:
- 3 of my 4 hardy fuschias
