Pine Needles for Purple Martin Gourds

Our Purple Martins love pine needles.  They dry out quicker than wood shavings.  Pine needles should be placed inside your gourds/housing before martins return in the Spring.  On average you use two handfuls per Troyer Gourd and one handful per room or tray.  Sprinkle some straw on the ground and watch your martins help themselves.