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Birdhouses Versus Nesting Boxes: What’s Best For Birds

Published on March 31, 2022 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Decorative birdhouses versus a proper nesting box.

Forget letting birds nest in cute but unsafe birdhouses! If you really want to help wild birds, provide proper nesting boxes made for specific species and do what you can to prevent birds from using … [Read more...]

50 Flowers For Hummingbirds & How To Keep Them Coming Back

Published on February 14, 2022 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Hummingbird hovering over pink flower to collect nectar.

These annual and perennial flowers will attract hummingbirds to your garden. With varying bloom times, you can provide nectar-rich plants throughout the growing season in a cold climate garden … [Read more...]

How to Stop Birds from Pecking or Flying Into Windows

Published on January 28, 2022 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Bird watching its reflection in window.

Got a wild bird that won't stop pecking at your window? Or, do birds tend to crash into certain windows of your home? Either way, these tips will help stop the behavior without harming the … [Read more...]

Make a Robin Nesting Shelf (Free Plans)

Published on September 2, 2021Last updated October 3, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Robin and nesting shelf with nest.

This simple building plan shows how to make a nesting shelf for robins (Turdus migratorius) where they can build a nest and raise their young. The open design is also attractive to phoebes and house … [Read more...]

Fall Garden Checklist & Helpful Reminders

Published on August 28, 2021Last updated October 21, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Empress of Dirt Fall Gardening Checklist

This fall garden checklist covers everything you need to get your garden cleaned up and ready for winter. It's also packed with helpful reminders including fall planting ideas, what to protect from … [Read more...]

When to Remove Hummingbird Feeders

Published on August 25, 2021Last updated October 3, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Hummingbird in the fall garden.

As hummingbirds start their fall migration going south, what is the right time to remove the feeders? If we keep them up, will this delay their journey? We know sugar water gives extra energy but is … [Read more...]

2021 Fall Hummingbird Migration (Canada & United States)

Published on August 12, 2021Last updated October 3, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Map of fall hummingbird migration.

The fall hummingbird migration south from parts of Canada and the United States begins as temperatures start to cool. When it begins depends on the location and how far they have to travel. Find out … [Read more...]

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