When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. A common question is whether deer eat rose plants. There’s no doubt that deer are beautiful animals that we love to see in their natural mountain and meadow settings. In his little grade school Friendship Book many … Read more
Many people feed birds all year, even though some say you shouldn’t in the summer. So, should you feed the birds in your yard in the summer? How do you decide? This is what I think. I fill my birdbaths and feeders all year, but I totally understand people who only feed birds in the … Read more
I can bet with pretty good accuracy that most people are not cleaning their bird feeders correctly. It’s simple to believe that the rain or a quick spray from the hose will clean and germ-free your birdbaths and feeders. When I started to really look into it, I found out that dirty bird feeders are … Read more
Pergolas are beautiful backyard structures that provide shade and an inviting place to relax outdoors However, they can also attract unwanted feathered visitors like pigeons, sparrows, and starlings looking for a place to nest or perch. Bird droppings and nests can quickly damage your pergola and create unsanitary conditions. Luckily, there are effective solutions for … Read more
A lot of people used to think that chickens were only good for farm pets, but in recent years, keeping chickens as pets has become more popular. One of the things that makes them appealing is that many pet owners can set up self-sufficient chicken farms in their backyards or gardens. This way, they can … Read more
For backyard birders, keeping feeders filled with nutritious food is key to attracting feathered friends. But when scanning the aisles of bird food at the store, all those bags of seed can seem confusing What kinds of ingredients should you look for in quality bird food? And what’s the difference between good mixes and cheap … Read more
A lot of conventional pesticides are sprayed and spread around the United States every year. They are used on everything from the food we eat to the grass we walk on and the plants in our gardens. Many of these chemicals stay in the soil and water for months or even years, killing more than … Read more
Sunflowers are a gardener’s delight, with their bold, bright blooms that attract pollinators and provide seed for birds in winter. However, birds often help themselves to sunflower seeds and blooms before we get to enjoy them! While sharing is caring, it’s understandable to want to protect some of your sunflowers. In this article, we’ll explore … Read more
As a bird lover, you want to provide your feathered friends with the highest quality food possible. But what if you discover your birdseed container has become infested with weevils? Should you toss it out or will birds still eat seed containing weevils? Understanding weevil infestations in birdseed and how to prevent them can help … Read more
There can’t be a koi pond without some water plants to make it look nicer and keep the fish healthy. For example, aquatic plants can clean the water naturally, add oxygen, keep algae away, keep the water temperature stable, and give the koi places to hide. If you are considering a koi pond, Aquatic Gardens … Read more