Robins are commonly associated with the colder months, but they are in fact found throughout Britain during every season. Despite this though, they encounter varying difficulties at different times of the year.

Their primary food source, earthworms, dig deeper underground during warmer, drier periods which makes them harder for robins to find. Winter then presents its own feeding challenges, with fewer seeds and berries available and frozen ground making foraging difficult.

Taking the time to provide food for these creatures can dramatically improve their chances of survival and ensure they continue visiting your garden throughout the year.

According to reports, there's one specific tree that can guarantee their return to your outdoor space.

The serviceberry tree produces fruit during summer months and remains a favourite amongst humble robins, according to All About Birds, reports the Express.

Wild Ones describes the tree as a "four-season winner," noting that it "is a favourite of both native landscapers and bird lovers".

The website highlighted that the tree features a "froth of delicate white blossoms in early spring, luscious blueberries by June, apricot to reddish bronze fall colour, and silver-grey bark for winter interest".

It added: "Birds descend in droves to feed on ripening serviceberries... [lots of] species of birds have been documented feeding on these delicious fruits. Without question, serviceberries are one of the top plants for birds."

However, if you also keep a bird feeder, be aware that shrubs, trees and even flower borders can serve as perfect hiding spots for cats, and most birds won't feel safe if a feeding station is too close to the ground or near any vegetation.

Positioning a bird feeder near plants can stress birds and make them less likely to return to your garden, whilst also potentially damaging your outdoor space.

Placing a bird feeder near your flowerbeds or crops could expose the greenery to bird droppings, which can increase the risk of bacteria, disease or other germs infecting plants.

It's wise to place your bird feeder in a shady spot in your garden to keep birds cool, but ensure it's far from plants and even fences and sheds to prevent cats from reaching it.

Robins also enjoy fruits, sunflower seeds, crushed peanuts, but they particularly love mealworms, so stocking these will attract them to your garden.

Providing robins with a reliable food source now increases their chances of staying healthy and surviving once the colder weather sets in. Taking the time to assist them now will ensure your garden becomes a favourite haunt for them.

UK households told to plant one tree in garden that robins will flock to 'all year round' - Manchester Evening News