We finally had a chance to visit the St. Thomas Elevated Park in St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada. This short video shares our visit on a day late in August. Watch the Video About … [Read more...]
Pollinators
Make a Tree Branch Crib for a Beneficial Ecosystem
One of the best things you can do for healthy garden habitat is to allow the natural process of decay. It is the decomposition of once-living things that rejuvenates soil and nurtures the entire … [Read more...]
How to Identify Butterflies in Your Garden
Need help identifying butterflies? These quick tips show how to recognize the differences between various groups of butterflies. If you are interested in providing habitat that benefits … [Read more...]
20 Fruits & Veggies Dependent on Insect Pollination
Threats to bee populations in recent years have increased awareness of the critical role of pollinators for life on earth. Have a look at the list of plants that rely entirely on insect pollinators … [Read more...]
Take the Bee Quiz and Test Your Bee Smarts
Take this quick quiz and see how much you know about bees—our favorite essential pollinators working around the world. Got extra smarts? See how much you know about hummingbirds. Bee … [Read more...]
50 Flowers for Hummingsbirds and Sugar-Water Recipe
These flowers provide nectar for hummingbirds and keep them active in your garden. The sugar water in a hummingbird feeder (see recipe below) also provides energy for these tiny birds. If you're a … [Read more...]
Want Butterflies? Grow These Host Larval Plants
We know it's important to provide flowers that attract butterflies, but there's another important element that is often overlooked. The baby nursery! Without a place to lay their eggs and nurture … [Read more...]