Aldi's £10 ceramic water feature will attract butterflies to your garden & lasts throughout the winter months
And you don't even need to put this Specialbuy away for the winter as it can also be used in cold weather conditions.
This outdoor item not only levels up your garden but also helps to boost wildlife.
The Belavi Bird Drinking Trough is available for just £9.99 from the Aldi middle aisle.
Shoppers can choose between a "Round Natural" style or a "Leaf Natural" version.
Attracts wildlife
Accordign to the product description, the ceramic bird bath "offers an essential watering pool for wildlife".
As well as birds, this can also include bees, butterflies, and small mammals need a water source during both winter and summer months.
It features detachable ceramic birds and a hand-painted design.
This bird bath measures approximately 30.2 centimetres by 3.5 centimetres.
Customer reactions
Aldi customers heaped on the praise for "this adorable drinking trough".
Shoppers shared their thoughts on the Facebook page Aldi Aisle of Shame.
"'I'm getting at least one," said one impressed commenter.
Aldi's backyard essential is flying off shelves for only $29.99 and instantly gets your home ready for summer
"I raced down after work to get mine and now I'm waiting for the first visitor," wrote another person.
"I've got to rush my behind to Aldi before they run out," commented a third Facebook user.
"Got mine, I love it," said another Aldi customer.
And if you're also planning to pick up this buy, you may want to hurry as it is only available "while stocks last".
As with all Aldi Specialbuys, once this item is gone, it's gone.
How to encourage wildlife into your garden
THE Woodland Trust shared five top tips
1. Grow wild
Let nature take its course to create a more attractive environment for all things wild. You don't have to leave your plot to develop into a small jungle – wildlife will thank you for just a small corner, border or planter.
2. Plant trees and shrubs
Research has shown that gardens are more attractive to wildlife if they have trees. And those trees can bring a host of other benefits too, from reducing noise and flooding to fighting climate change.
3. Create homes
If you want to attract a particular species, a ready-made home can look especially appealing to any wildlife passing through.
4. Offer a water source
Water is crucial for wildlife. Making some available in your garden could be a lifeline, especially in extreme weather.
5. Serve an extra meal
One of the best ways to persuade a plethora of wildlife to your patch is to give them access to an easy meal.
More garden buys
Plus, a £7 Aldi buy that helps to illuminate your garden for free on long summer nights.
And the retailer is also selling a £10 gadget that will leave your lawn weed-free.
Aldi has a wide range of garden buys available from the Specialbuy section.
Shoppers can even pick up garden furniture from the retailer, with lower than ever prices.
And a "10 out of 10" garden shed that you can pick up for less than £20.
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