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.
Beneficial Garden Friends
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DIY Bee Nest Ideas – How To Make A Bee House For Your Garden
Bees need our help now more than ever, as their numbers are on the decline. They need a place to call home. Learn how to create a homemade bee nest here.
By Amy Grant
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White Squirrels In Your Yard: Leucism And Albinism In Squirrels
If you’ve ever noticed white squirrels in your garden, you've witnessed an interesting natural phenomenon. Read on to learn why.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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What Are Spider Wasps – Learn About Spider Wasps In Gardens
Spider wasps are not uncommon in the garden, as they eat nectar and prey on spiders. Learn whether or not you need to control them here.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Benefits Of Opossums: Are Possums Good To Have Around
America's only marsupial tends to have a bad reputation. But are opossums actually good to have around? Click here to learn the benefits of opossums sticking around.
By Laura Miller
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Turtle Safe Vegetation: Growing Plants For Turtles To Eat
Do you have a turtle for a pet? What do you safely feed the turtle that is both healthy and economical? Click here for plants safe for turtles.
By Becca Badgett
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Garden Snake Identification: What Does A Garden Snake Look Like
It is important to be familiar with the appearance of a garden snake so that it doesn’t frighten you. What does a typical garden snake look like? How many types of garden snakes are there? Learn more about garden snakes in this article.
By Becca Badgett
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Good Bugs And Groundcover Plants – Low Plants That Attract Beneficial Insects
If you're trying to find a sensible solution for a steep slope or you're tired of weeding under a tree, you've probably considered planting groundcover. But did you know that some of these low-growing plants also create a beneficial insect habitat? Learn more here.
By Laura Miller
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DIY Insect Hotel: How To Make A Bug Hotel For Your Garden
Building a bug hotel for the garden is a fun project both kids and adults can enjoy. Homemade bug hotels provide a safe refuge for beneficial garden insects. If interested in constructing your own DIY insect hotel, click the following article to learn how.
By Amy Grant
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Plants That Attract Quail: Encouraging Quail In The Garden
Quail are adorable little birds that are quite amusing to watch in a garden habitat. Keeping backyard quail gives one the perfect opportunity to watch their antics. To learn what plants attract quail, click the following article for more information.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Woodpeckers In The Garden – How To Attract Woodpeckers
Attracting birds to the garden is beneficial and most of us enjoy watching them. If woodpeckers are your favorites though, there are ways to plan for specific needs of this bird to make your garden irresistible for them. For tips on attracting woodpeckers, click here.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Homegrown Birdseed: Growing Birdseed Plants In The Garden
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 Mary H. Dyer
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What Is A Butterfly House – Butterfly Home Ideas For Gardens
A butterfly shelter is an attractive addition to your garden. Most importantly though, it’s a fun way to attract a variety of beautiful butterflies. Exactly what is a butterfly house? To learn more about butterfly shelters and how to build one, click the following article.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Southern Pollinator Garden - Growing A Pollinator Garden In The South
Listed here are some of the best pollinator-attracting plants, and tips to create a welcome habitat in a Southern pollinator garden.
By Susan Albert
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Robins In Winter Time: Tips On Helping Robins Overwinter In The Garden
Many recognize seeing the red breasted robin as the first official signs of spring. However, in some areas, robins are year-round residents who may need a little help getting through the cold of winter. Click the following article to learn more.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Butterfly Garden Feeding: How To Feed And Water Butterflies In Gardens
Butterflies are fascinating creatures that bring grace and color to the garden. They are also effective pollinators. A successful butterfly garden requires an understanding of butterfly garden feeding, including water sources. This article will help with that.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Butterfly Garden Design: Tips For Attracting Butterflies In Gardens
Attracting butterflies in gardens is easy to do with the right flowering plants. Read this article for information on how to attract butterflies to your garden. Click here to learn more.
By Arista Hageman
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What Attracts Purple Martins – Attracting Purple Martins To Your Landscape
If you love to watch birds then you’ll want to attract the entertaining Purple Martin. Keep reading to learn about attracting Purple Martins.
By Amy Grant