FEEDING & ATTRACTING WILDLIFE

Pests & Wildlife

A small bird perched on a tree branch
January 29, 2025
Certain trees become essential lifelines for birds during the winter months, offering critical resources that are vital for survival when food and shelter are in short supply. As temperatures drop and natural food sources like insects and seeds diminish, these trees step in to provide nourishment through berries, fruits, seeds, and overwintering insects. Additionally, their sturdy branches and dense foliage offer much-needed protection from the cold, wind, and predators. By understanding which trees are most beneficial to birds in winter, we can support local bird populations and foster a thriving, biodiverse environment during this challenging season.
mouse on white flowers
September 25, 2023
This blog explores various ways you can attract more small mammals to your pollinator-friendly garden. By creating a pollinator-friendly environment, you can enjoy the beauty of these essential creatures while also keeping your garden healthy and thriving.
spraying plants with diy insecticides
September 25, 2023
Pollinator-friendly weed and pest control is a way of managing gardens and farms that helps protect and support pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and birds. By using these methods, farmers and gardeners can help safeguard the environment, improve crop yields, and enhance biodiversity. Pollinator-friendly weed and pest control is a great way to benefit everyone involved, including the planet.
yellow bird on purple flowers
September 20, 2023
Attracting birds to your pollinator garden is a great way to create a thriving ecosystem that benefits both the birds and the pollinators. By creating a bird-friendly environment, you can enjoy the beauty of these feathered creatures while also helping to support the pollinators that keep your garden healthy and thriving. We will discuss easy ways to get involved in protecting your local ecosystem.
rolls of paper to house bees
September 13, 2023
Creating habitats for bees and wasps in your pollinator garden is an important step in supporting the declining populations of these essential pollinators. This blog explores different steps you can take to help, including choosing the perfect nesting site, providing water and food, as well as offering a variety of plants and flowers. By implementing these steps, you can create a thriving habitat for bees and wasps in your pollinator garden.
four attractive butterfly boxes
August 28, 2023
In our six-part series, we explore the benefits of creating a safe space for local pollinators in your backyard using DIY butterfly boxes, puddlers, and more!
A garden of colorful wildflowers with butterflies
August 14, 2023
In our six-part series, we explore the benefits of creating a safe space for local pollinators in your backyard using plants.
A garden of colorful wildflowers
June 28, 2023
In our six-part series, we explore the benefits of creating a safe space for local pollinators in your backyard.
An earthworm digging through soil
March 29, 2023
Earthworms are ecosystem engineers because they modify the physical, chemical, and biological properties of the soil. The earthworm is mostly known as bait for fishing, but they also improve the soil by eating debris and adding nutrients to the soil which helps improve its structure and porosity.
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