Love hummingbirds? This sugar water recipe has the correct ratio to match the nectar hummingbirds find in the wild. We've also simplified it so you can make any size batch from small to large to avoid … [Read more...]
Birds & Other Wildlife
Phenology: Using Nature’s Signs & Signals as a Gardener
Phenology is the study of plants and animals through seasonal changes. By observing and tracking these events, we gain a deeper understanding of life within our gardens. You may also enjoy seeing … [Read more...]
Free Bluebird House Plans (Audubon Nesting Box Tutorial)
Build a bluebird house with this free tutorial. This Audubon design makes the nesting box easy to build, maintain, and predator-resistant. I also have free plans for a wren nesting … [Read more...]
What to Do if You Find Bones in Your Garden
What would happen if you found bones while digging in the garden? Would you know what to do? What is legal and what is safest? Today's guest post comes from a biological anthropologist with some … [Read more...]
10 Tips for Hand Feeding Wild Birds
Want to hand-feed wild birds? These tips walk you through a plan to gradually build trust and offer seed in the palm of your hand. Before starting, be certain it is legal and safe to feed wildlife and … [Read more...]
Create Seed Pod Bouquets for Winter Birds
Here’s a sweet way to dress up your garden for the winter: bundle up old flowering perennials with burlap ribbon and leave the seeds for the birds. You will nourish wildlife and, come spring, it’s … [Read more...]
How to Remove Skunk Spray (No, Not With Tomato Juice)
Forget the tomato juice! This is what you use to remove skunk spray. It’s a simple recipe you can make at home to remove skunk odor from humans, pets, and clothing. If you want to keep compost … [Read more...]
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