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Discover the best ways to create a sustainable and wildlife-friendly garden. Learn about native plants, pollinators, and habitats that support local ecosystems.

Beetles and Bugs: The Unsung Heroes of Pollination and the Plants They Love

Pollinator Gardens Beneficial Insects

Beetles and Bugs: The Unsung Heroes of Pollination and the Plants They Love

Emma Green

March 27, 2024

Creating a Habitat Highway: How to Connect Your Garden to Larger Ecological Networks

Wildlife Habitat Sustainable Gardening

Creating a Habitat Highway: How to Connect Your Garden to Larger Ecological Networks

Raina Brown

March 5, 2024

Beyond Bees: Attracting Butterflies, Moths, and Bats for Nighttime Pollination

Pollinator Gardens Butterfly Gardens Sustainable Gardening

Beyond Bees: Attracting Butterflies, Moths, and Bats for Nighttime Pollination

Oliver Kim

February 11, 2024

Gardening with a Purpose: Creating Corridors for Pollinator Migration

Pollinator Gardens Wildlife Habitat Sustainable Gardening

Gardening with a Purpose: Creating Corridors for Pollinator Migration

Oliver Kim

January 20, 2024

Gardening for the Night Shift: Attracting Nocturnal Pollinators and Wildlife

Pollinator Gardens Wildlife Habitat Beneficial Insects

Gardening for the Night Shift: Attracting Nocturnal Pollinators and Wildlife

Randall Schroeder

December 29, 2023

Birds of a Feather: Designing a Low Maintenance Bird Garden with Native Plants

Bird Gardens Native Plants Sustainable Gardening

Birds of a Feather: Designing a Low Maintenance Bird Garden with Native Plants

Randall Schroeder

December 17, 2023

Discover the Magic of Butterfly Gardens: How Native Plants Can Transform Your Backyard

Pollinator Gardens Butterfly Gardens

Discover the Magic of Butterfly Gardens: How Native Plants Can Transform Your Backyard

Lea Considine

September 15, 2023

Build a Backyard Sanctuary for Hummingbirds: Essential Plants and Strategies

Pollinator Gardens Bird Gardens

Build a Backyard Sanctuary for Hummingbirds: Essential Plants and Strategies

Lea Considine

September 3, 2023

Creating a Bee-Friendly Garden in Florida: Top Native Plants and Techniques

Pollinator Gardens Butterfly Gardens Beneficial Insects

Creating a Bee-Friendly Garden in Florida: Top Native Plants and Techniques

Warren Braun

September 2, 2023

Bird and Bee-Friendly Plants: Cultivating a Haven for Pollinators and Birds in Your Yard

Pollinator Gardens Bird Gardens Beneficial Insects

Bird and Bee-Friendly Plants: Cultivating a Haven for Pollinators and Birds in Your Yard

Isabelle Greenfelder

August 23, 2023

Lure Birds to Your Florida Garden: Top Native Plants to Attract Birds

Bird Gardens Wildlife Habitat

Lure Birds to Your Florida Garden: Top Native Plants to Attract Birds

Lea Considine

August 21, 2023

Attracting Birds and Butterflies to Your Shady Garden: Tips and Plant Ideas

Bird Gardens Butterfly Gardens

Attracting Birds and Butterflies to Your Shady Garden: Tips and Plant Ideas

Lea Considine

August 21, 2023

The Importance of Sustainable Gardening for Wildlife: Long-Term Benefits and Tips

Pollinator Gardens Wildlife Habitat Bird Gardens

The Importance of Sustainable Gardening for Wildlife: Long-Term Benefits and Tips

Oliver Kim

August 20, 2023

Creating a Backyard Bird Oasis: How to Encourage Nesting and Breeding Among Feathered Friends

Bird Gardens Wildlife Habitat

Creating a Backyard Bird Oasis: How to Encourage Nesting and Breeding Among Feathered Friends

Emma Green

August 18, 2023

How to Make Your Garden a Butterfly Paradise: Key Plants and Techniques for Success

Butterfly Gardens Pollinator Gardens

How to Make Your Garden a Butterfly Paradise: Key Plants and Techniques for Success

Randall Schroeder

August 15, 2023

Top Sustainable Garden Design Ideas for an Eco-Friendly and Attractive Backyard

Pollinator Gardens Wildlife Habitat Sustainable Gardening

Top Sustainable Garden Design Ideas for an Eco-Friendly and Attractive Backyard

Lea Considine

August 15, 2023

The Ultimate Guide to Bird-Friendly Landscaping: Planning, Planting, and Maintenance

Bird Gardens Wildlife Habitat Sustainable Gardening

The Ultimate Guide to Bird-Friendly Landscaping: Planning, Planting, and Maintenance

Emma Green

August 14, 2023

Plants That Attract Beneficial Insects: Natural Pest Control for Your Garden

Pollinator Gardens Beneficial Insects Sustainable Gardening

Plants That Attract Beneficial Insects: Natural Pest Control for Your Garden

Isabelle Greenfelder

August 14, 2023

Creating a Pollinator Garden: Essential Steps and Best Pollinator Plants for Bees

Pollinator Gardens Beneficial Insects

Creating a Pollinator Garden: Essential Steps and Best Pollinator Plants for Bees

Warren Braun

August 13, 2023

How to Create a Butterfly Habitat in Your Backyard: Tips and Tricks for Success

Butterfly Gardens Pollinator Gardens Beneficial Insects

How to Create a Butterfly Habitat in Your Backyard: Tips and Tricks for Success

Oliver Kim

August 12, 2023

The Best Shrubs for Attracting Birds: A Comprehensive Guide

Bird Gardens Wildlife Habitat Bird-Friendly Landscaping

The Best Shrubs for Attracting Birds: A Comprehensive Guide

Oliver Kim

August 12, 2023

How to Create a Hedgehog-Friendly Garden: Tips for a Safe and Welcoming Habitat

Wildlife Habitat

How to Create a Hedgehog-Friendly Garden: Tips for a Safe and Welcoming Habitat

Isabelle Greenfelder

August 11, 2023

Designing a Bird Sanctuary in Your Backyard: The Ultimate Guide

Bird Gardens Wildlife Habitat Bird-Friendly Landscaping

Designing a Bird Sanctuary in Your Backyard: The Ultimate Guide

Randall Schroeder

August 11, 2023

7 Low Maintenance Native Plants for Your Pollinator Garden

Pollinator Gardens Sustainable Gardening

7 Low Maintenance Native Plants for Your Pollinator Garden

Isabelle Greenfelder

August 11, 2023