What types of plants will attract songbirds to my yard?

To enjoy the delightful sounds of songbirds be sure to include a landscape filled with a variety of native trees, shrubs, vines, and seed-bearing flowers. Birds will reside in areas that contain the three essentials: shelter, water, and a natural food source. A welcoming landscape will have all levels of plants, tall trees, mid- level height shrubbery, evergreens, perennials, and ground cover. An untidy landscape will provide much opportunity for backyard birds, nesting material and shelter. As a bird enthusiast, be sure to include feeding stations and a bird bath to view birds up close.