Bees are essential for our gardens but is there a harmless way to keep them away from hummingbird feeders? Use these tips to bee-proof your sugar water feeder and save it just for the … [Read more...]
Birds & Other Wildlife
When to Take Down Hummingbird Feeders in Fall
As hummingbirds start their migration south at summer's end, what is the right time to remove the feeders? If we keep them up, will this delay their fall journey? We know sugar water gives extra … [Read more...]
How to Protect Nesting Boxes With a DIY Predator Block
By adding a simple predator guard to bird nesting boxes you can stop animals like racoons, snakes, squirrels, and other bird species from raiding the nest. For free plants see Free Wren Nesting Box … [Read more...]
Why Frogs & Toads Are Good For Our Gardens
It's a good sign to have native frogs and toads in our gardens. It means we're providing the food and habitat these environmentally-sensitive creatures need to thrive. Find out what you can do to … [Read more...]
The Surprising Benefits of Moths in Your Garden
Just like butterflies, native moths are important plant pollinators and act as a food source for other animals. While invasive species pose challenges, the many thousands of beneficial moth species … [Read more...]
Deer-proofing Your Garden: Does Anything Really Work?
Deer can cause a lot of destruction in a home garden. Can we really keep them out or stop them from eating our plants? Let's look at popular recommendations for deterring deer and find out which tips … [Read more...]
How To Grow a Hummingbird-Friendly Garden
Transform your garden into a hummingbird haven with an abundance of nectar-rich flowers, nutritious bugs, and plenty of trees and shrubs in a pesticide-free environment. If you also want to provide … [Read more...]
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