Beneficial Garden Friends
Pollinators, beneficial insects, and wildlife all play key roles in sustainable gardening. Did you know possums are actually good for your yard? Or how bees see flowers? Here you’ll find articles running the gamut from how to start a pollinator garden to how to use chickens as organic pest control.
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Want A Backyard That's Gorgeous And Dog Friendly? These Chelsea Flower Show-Inspired Tips Are A Must For The Ultimate Dog Garden!
If you’re a gardener who loves dogs and owns your own pooch, here’s some great news. You can easily adapt your space with these great ideas from Monty Don’s Dog Garden
By Janey Goulding
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What Eats Aphids? How To Attract Beneficial Bugs To Help Control Aphid Population
Aphids cause major damage to your plants and pesticides can help, but is there a better alternative? Find out what eats aphids and how to attract these bugs.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Struggling With Garden Pests? Here’s Why You Need To Attract Birds That Eat Bugs – Plus, 3 Ways To Support Bug-Loving Birdies
For anyone struggling with bugs in the backyard, knowing how to attract birds that eat bugs is a great way to implement effective pest controls while enjoying the view!
By Tonya Barnett
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5 Easy Pollinator Water Station Ideas That Give Bees, Butterflies & Hummingbirds A Lifeline
Bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other precious pollinators need to stay hydrated just like you do. Try adding a water station to help them thrive.
By Ellen Wells
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Meet The 5 Night Pollinators You Need To Attract To Make Your Garden Thrive – Plus, How To Keep Them Coming Back For More!
We strive to help bees and butterflies, but night-shift pollinators also provide a vital service. Find out about some of our precious night pollinators, and exactly what brings them to your yard
By Tonya Barnett
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The 3 Big Reasons Birds Aren’t Visiting Your Bird Bath – Plus, Smart Bird Bathing Ideas To Bring More Birdies Fluttering To Your Yard
You love garden birds, so why don’t they visit your bird bath? Here are 3 key reasons why, along with quick and clever bird bath ideas to encourage feathered friends to drink and play
By Janey Goulding
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Not Sure What To Do With Cicada Shells Left By Brood XIV? Turn Them Into An All-Natural Fertilizer To Turbocharge Plants
Wondering what to do with cicada shells left lingering around your yard and garden? Turn the creepy carcasses into a nutrient-rich fertilizer plants will love!
By Laura Walters
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10 Deer-Resistant Pollinator Plants To Create A Harmonious Wildlife Paradise
Deer grazing getting you down? Try these deer-resistant pollinator plants to help improve your garden without it being decimated by deer!
By Teo Spengler
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Grow Seeds For Garden Birdies: 7 Bird Seed Plants For A Garden You & The Birds Will Love
Cheap birdseeds are messy and may be filled with seeds that birds won’t eat. All too often, budget birdseeds contain noxious weed seeds that may take over your garden. Who needs that?The solution? Grow you own birdseed! This article will help get you started.
By Teo Spengler
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How To Attract Finches To Your Yard – Planting & Feeding Tips To Bring Them Back For More!
The family of finches are amongst our most beloved songbirds – but how can you bring more to your garden? Find out how to attract finches with smart feeding and planting ideas
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Grow Flowers And Plants For Hummingbirds: Try These 12 Garden Stunners For Hummers!
Looking to attract hummingbirds to your yard? Grow these 12 gorgeous flowers and plants for hummingbirds – guaranteed to bring the winged visitors humming!
By Susan Albert
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What Do Blue Jays Eat? How To Attract Them To Your Yard & How To Keep Them Happy
Blue jays are bold North American birds who are intelligent and mate for life. Learn how to attract these beauties to your yard for bird-watching pleasure!
By Amy Grant
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Grow Shade Plants for Hummingbirds: 11 Flowers To Bring Hummers To Shady Spots
Just because your garden has a few shady corners doesn’t mean they can’t attract pollinators. Try these 11 charming and easygoing shade plants for hummingbirds
By Susan Albert
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Bird Feeding Essentials: Why Feeding Matters, Plus Food Tips To Attract Birds To Your Backyard
Feeding birds brings pleasure, but make sure you consider the pros and cons, the best things to feed birds, and smart gardening tips to keep birdies safe and happy
By Teo Spengler
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What Is A Pollinator Garden? Grow Gorgeous Blooms While Benefiting Your Local Ecosystem
Pollinator gardens look great and also provide a diverse ecosystem that benefits your local pollinating insects and animals. Get started today with this guide!
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Terrifically Tubular Flowers For Hummingbirds: 9 Tube-Flowered Plants To Attract Hummers
Growing tubular flowers for hummingbirds helps you create the optimum feeding conditions for your winged friends. Here are nine tubed delights for hummers
By Tonya Barnett
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Get Ready For A Summer Of Hummers! Grow These Full Sun Hummingbird Plants And Flowers
If you’re lucky enough to enjoy a sunny backyard, make sure you are maxing out on your pollinator opportunities and grow these full sun hummingbird plants and flowers
By Tonya Barnett