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How Light Pollution Affects Life in the Garden

Published on February 17, 2024 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Moth attracted to lights in the garden.

Artificial light at night disrupts natural cycles, harming plants and animals. Use these tips to learn how you can reduce light pollution to help birds, bats, fireflies, and more. Moths are also … [Read more...]

How to Feed Hummingbirds Without Attracting Bees

Published on October 7, 2023 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Bees bothering hummingbird at feeder.

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...]

When to Take Down Hummingbird Feeders in Fall

Published on September 26, 2023 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Hummingbird in the fall garden.

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

Published on September 11, 2023 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Wren nesting box with predator block at entry hole.

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

Published on May 13, 2023 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Frog floating on lily pad in garden pond.

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

Published on April 5, 2023 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Moths in the 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?

Published on March 10, 2023 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Deer standing in home flower garden.

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...]

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