Winter might look quiet at first glance. But your homestead is about to host one of the most vivid seasons of all. While the garden sleeps under frost, a cast of tough, brilliant birds steps into the spotlight, flashing color,…
Bugs need your help! Insect populations have massively plummeted by more than 75% in some areas over the past few decades. And pollinators are disappearing at alarming rates. Remember when you used to drive along highways, and your windshield would…
Want to transform your garden into a thriving nocturnal ecosystem? Then it’s time to roll out the red carpet for bats! These incredible flying mammals are nature’s ultimate pest control squad. They hungrily devour thousands of mosquitoes, beetles, and moths…
Want more backyard bees? Then grow some of these trees! While most gardeners focus on flower beds, trees are the secret weapons in supporting pollinators. One mature tree delivers massive quantities of nectar and pollen right at canopy level. They…
Before sharing our best natural garden design tips, we want to remind you that Mother Nature is the best garden designer! When you take cues from nature, your garden transforms into a vibrant, self-sustaining space full of lush plants, edible…
Butterflies are disappearing at an alarming rate – with some populations plummeting by 80% in recent decades! The good news? You can turn your backyard into a life-saving kaleidoscope of fluttering wings by planting these gorgeous flowers that attract butterflies….
The bee population is in crisis! With pollinator numbers plummeting worldwide due to habitat loss, pesticides, and climate change, our food systems hang in the balance. That’s why we’ve compiled this epic list of 21 beautiful, pollen-rich, and nectar-producing flowers…
Imagine waking up on a brisk winter morning to the cheerful chirping of chickadees, the fluttering wings of finches, and the striking beauty of a bright red cardinal against freshly fallen snow. Our winter bird sanctuary guide will show you…
Do you want more wildlife activity around your backyard and garden this autumn? Then, transform your outdoor space into a thriving wildlife sanctuary! These 21 ways to create a fall wildlife garden will show you how. Whether you have a…
Bring your garden to life with the vibrant, spirited presence of hummingbirds! These enchanting garden visitors always look for nectar-rich blooms, so we’ve curated a list of the top 21 flowers hummingbirds love the most. Whether you have a sprawling…
In the quest for a lush, sustainable, and low-maintenance lawn, you might overlook a tiny powerhouse: clover. Often dismissed as a weed, this humble plant shines as a valuable lawn alternative, offering many little-known benefits beyond its vibrant green hue….
Homesteaders need more pollinators! Bees, butterflies, birds, bats, and insects are the ultimate matchmakers of the natural world. They visit flower to flower, sprinkling pollen like a botanical Tinder. And guess what? Three-quarters of the planet’s flowering plants and about…
Hummingbirds dash through our gardens like living jewels. Their delicate wings beat faster than the human eye can perceive, and their iridescent plumage glimmers in the sunlight. But these enchanting creatures face a formidable challenge! Their feeders attract admirers and competitive garden guests,…
It is no exaggeration to say that building a small wildlife pond is the best thing we’ve done to enhance biodiversity in our garden! We are fascinated every day by the wildlife that appears in and around our pond, from…
We can think of a few bugs that look like earwigs – even though earwigs are an insect commonly known for their distinctive appearance. The two curved pincers that protrude from their abdomens make them somewhat unique among other insects…
