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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Wildlife Lovers, Here are the 3 Reasons Why You Should Leave a Patch of Bare Soil in Your BackyardThat patch of unused earth might seem to be going to waste, but it’s actually providing a vital service. Here’s why leaving this gap is the ultimate summer favor for wildlife
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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DIY a Border Bird Bath for a Flurry of Flowers and Feathered Friends This SummerIt’s the joyful garden water feature we all need.
By Emma Kendell
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Your Garden Birds Urgently Need This Frozen Veg to Stay Hydrated and Safe in a Summer HeatwaveWhen it comes to the health and well-being of your yard's birds, this simple veg can make the world of difference to your feathered friends on a scorching afternoon, and here's how…
By Tyler Schuster
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Want a Bird Bath, But Only Have a Small Balcony? These Cute Clip-On Options Fit Over a Railing & Work With Any BudgetNo yard? No problem. These affordable clip-on bird baths hook right onto a balcony railing and bring birds straight to your door.
By Sarah Veldman
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Want to Attract More Backyard Birds? This Easy Bird Bath Bottle Dripper Trick is All You NeedIf your bird bath isn’t attracting a big crowd, it's time you tried the bottle dripper. This simple household item is all it takes to make a splash with the local birdlife
By Janey Goulding
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Keep Pollinators Fed with These 6 Vital Flowers – They Are a Lifeline from Summer Through to First FrostsSummer brings bees and butterflies in abundance, but late-season food can run short. Plant these nectar-rich lifeline blooms to feed hungry pollinators for months
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Night-Shift Pollinators: 9 Plants That Support Backyard BatsBats pollinate over 700 different plants. Here are 9 you can grow at home that you might not have thought of.
By Susan Albert
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Pollinator Plants: The Best Flowers to Attract Bees, Butterflies, and MoreWant a garden buzzing with life? These are the best pollinator-friendly plants for supporting bees, butterflies, and birds.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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A Heatwave Can Spoil Bird Bath Water Fast – This Simple Copper Trick Keeps It Fresher for LongerIf algae, cloudy water, and constant cleaning have become frustrating, this budget-friendly copper disc may be worth trying.
By Amy Draiss
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5 Easy Ways to Attract Hummingbirds to Your Yard in July – and Help Them Prepare for the Great Migration Next MonthWelcome more hummingbirds to your yard this month before they make the journey south until next summer. Here are 5 simple ways to attract hummingbirds in July.
By Teo Spengler
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Don't Let Birds Struggle This July – These 6 Easy Additions Turn Your Backyard Into a Summer RefugeWith food, fresh water, cooling shade, and safe shelter in short supply, these simple changes can help birds through the toughest weeks of summer.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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These 8 Tiny Patio Plants Attract Pollinators All Summer – Bringing Every Corner to LifeYou don't need a big garden to support bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. These compact patio plants provide nectar-rich blooms all summer.
By Teo Spengler
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Help Bees Survive the Heat – Turn a Saucer Into a Summer Lifeline in Just MinutesBees struggle to find safe drinking water during hot weather, but this simple DIY is quick and cheap to make and could help backyard pollinators thrive.
By Tyler Schuster
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Plant These 8 Herbs Around Your Bird Bath to Encourage More Birds and Deter PestsWorried your backyard bird bath isn't attracting enough visitors? Meet the hard-working herbs you need to plant near your birdy bathing spot
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Hummingbirds Remember the Best Feeding Spots for Years – These 5 Simple Tricks Make Your Yard UnforgettableHummingbirds have astonishing memories, returning to reliable food sources year after year. Here's how to make sure your yard is one they never forget.
By Kayleigh Dray
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I Thought Bird Camera Feeders Were Too Pricey – Until I Saw This Half-Price Amazon Prime Day DealIntrigued by bird feeder cameras, but put off by the price? This Netvue Birdfy Rookie smart feeder is a dream for beginners, and it’s currently 50% off for Amazon Prime Day
By Janey Goulding
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Meet Your Birth Month Hummingbird – and the Meaning Behind All 12 HummersEver wondered which hummingbird you’re most like? From personality traits to hidden strengths, your birth month hummer might reveal more about you than you think…
By Kayleigh Dray

