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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I Turned Old Teacups Into Adorable Bird Feeders – and It Was So Easy to Do
Alice In Wonderland fans, you're going to love this cute DIY garden project...
By Kayleigh Dray
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You Don’t Need Another Feeder – These 6 Easy Ideas Give Backyard Birds a Better Feast
You don’t need more feeders to support backyard birds. From planting choices to lazier routines, these simple ideas provide natural food sources birds love.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Birdfy’s New Smart Feeders and Baths Got Bird Experts Talking at CES 2026 – and Backyard Birders Should Take Note
From an award-winning smart bird bath to upcoming hummingbird and panoramic feeders, Birdfy’s CES 2026 lineup is raising the bar for backyard birding.
By Allie Kerkhoff
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I Thought My Bird Feeder Was Enough – But These 3 Winter Game-Changers are Bringing More Birds to My Backyard
Ready to up your bird-feeding game? Find out why these 3 simple yet effective strategies could be real game-changers for you when feeding birds in winter
By Teo Spengler
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Quiz: Can You Identify These Common Garden Birds?
You might love watching them flock to your backyard, but it's time to find out if you're a bird brain or a bird pro...
By Kayleigh Dray
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Stop Using Harmful Chemicals to Clean Your Bird Feeders – This Natural Solution Works Wonders and Keeps Birdies Safe
Bird feeders soon get dirty, but don’t reach for bleach or harmful chemicals to blitz the grime. This household item works wonders and keeps garden birdies safe
By Tyler Schuster
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I Asked Bird Experts Why My Feeders Went Quiet and Learned Birds Change Spots Each Season – Here's How I Keep Up
Have all the birds disappeared from your feeders? I asked bird experts why and learned the surprising answer. Plus, how to bring birds back.
By Teo Spengler
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Don’t Pull This Weed! This Flower is One of the Only Food Sources for Bees in Winter
Groundsel can be written off as a weed, but it is well worth a place in the thriving ecosystems of our backyards. Here’s why it matters to the future of your overwintering pollinators
By Teo Spengler
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These DIY Seed Ornaments Are Irresistible to Backyard Birds in Winter – Treat Them With This Easy Recipe
These homemade seed ornaments bring birds flocking to your yard all winter long. Here’s the quick recipe every wildlife-loving gardener should know.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Why Gardeners Are Being Urged To Scatter Tennis Balls Across Snowy Yards This Winter
Yes, tennis balls are now being touted as a winter garden essential... but why?
By Kayleigh Dray
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Don't Overthink Bird Feeding in Winter – These 5 Simple Ingredients Will Keep All Your Backyard Birds Happy
Forget expensive bird food mixes this winter. Simple bird food for wild birds is easy to source. Here are 5 high-impact, expert-approved ingredients guaranteed to help them survive through winter
By Ciéra Cree
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Gardeners Are Obsessed With This Chic Smart Bird Feeder – And Right Now, It’s $140 Off
Stop missing those fleeting encounters! This smart gadget delivers high-resolution footage straight to your phone – and it’s $140 off for a limited time.
By Allie Kerkhoff
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5 Bird-Magnet Shrubs for Containers – For Bright Native Berries and Happy Wildlife in Winter
When the garden goes quiet, these vibrant winter berry shrubs burst with color and life. Grow these bird friendly shrubs for containers and you'll give your local wildlife a genuine winter treat
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Fall is the Best Time to Add a Bird House – And These 6 Stylish Camera Designs Let You Watch Birds Get Cozy Inside
Your garden might be winding down, but for local birds, fall is a key time to scout out nesting options. Here are the most charming bird house with camera combos for a front row seat of your favorite wildlife
By Janey Goulding
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The Rubber Duck Hack You Never Knew Your Garden Needed – And Why It Will Save Your Bird Bath This Winter!
Want to stop your bird bath from freezing? Try this winter bird bath hack with a rubber duck to keep your feathered friends hydrated and happy during frost season
By Janey Goulding
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5 Bird Feeder Cameras Every Garden Needs in 2026 (and Why Birds Love Them)
Say hello to the smart gardening gadget taking over our social feeds and transforming our yards into luxury bird hotels…
By Kayleigh Dray
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5 Things Most Gardeners Forget About in September – But Pollinators Need Them to Survive
Don’t overlook these September garden jobs. They’re simple, easy, and give pollinators the late-season boost they need.
By Kayleigh Dray

