Dragonflies are natures aerial hunters with 360 vision, expertly catching mosquitoes mid-air. Lets protect them: stop spraying save dragonflies reduce mosquitoes restore ecosystem balance! AvaHi there — I’m Ava, […]
ER visits for wildlife poisoning spike 400% after Halloween. Halloween candy is deadly to wildlife. Chocolate contains theobromine, which poisons foxes, raccoons, and coyotes. Sugar-free candy with xylitol is even more lethal to canines. Wrappers cause intestinal blockages, and sugar harms the liver. Pick up dropped candy, secure trash, and never toss leftovers outside. 力
ER visits for wildlife poisoning spike 400% after Halloween. Halloween candy is deadly to wildlife. Chocolate contains theobromine, which poisons foxes, raccoons, and coyotes. Sugar-free candy with xylitol […]
Hydrangea Colors & Soil pH: A Beautiful Connection Hydrangea blooms change color based on the pH of the soil they grow in. Acidic Soil pH below 6.0 Blue or purple flowers Alkaline Soil pH above 6.0 Pink or red flowers To shift color naturally: Add aluminum sulfate or coffee grounds for bluer blooms Use garden lime or crushed eggshells for pinker hues Works in both containers and garden bedsjust be patient, changes take time! Hydrangeas dont just growthey tell a story about your soil.
Hydrangea Colors & Soil pH: A Beautiful Connection Hydrangea blooms change color based on the pH of the soil they grow in. Acidic Soil pH below 6.0 Blue […]
Its easy to forget on a rainy night: you see the road, but animals dont. In the dark and drizzle, wildlife is on the move: 歷 Deer mating season = reckless behavior 劣 Raccoons foraging before winter 力 Foxes teaching young to hunt 令 Skunks searching for dens Squirrels hoarding food OCTOBER = DEADLIEST MONTH: – Thousands animals killed in fall alone – Rain makes them invisible – Your visibility drops 50% – Wet roads = longer stopping distance SLOW DOWN. SAVE LIVES. Reduce speed by 10-15 mph in rain Scan road edges constantly Use high beams when safe If you see one animal, expect more Brake firmly, dont swerve They dont know what headlights mean; they just know fear.
Its easy to forget on a rainy night: you see the road, but animals dont. In the dark and drizzle, wildlife is on the move: 歷 Deer mating […]
蝹 Build a Brush Pile That Becomes a Winter Shelter A simple pile of sticks and branches can become one of the most valuable habitats in your garden. How to build it: Stack larger logs or branches at the base for air gaps. Add medium twigs and smaller sticks on top. Fill gaps with leaves, bark, and straw. Place it in a quiet, shaded corner. Who moves in: Wrens, robins, and sparrows find shelter from wind and snow. Toads, frogs, and small mammals overwinter safely inside. Beetles and pollinators use the decaying wood for nesting. Leave it undisturbed through winter. By spring, it becomes a thriving mini-ecosystem that recycles nutrients and supports wildlife.
蝹 Build a Brush Pile That Becomes a Winter Shelter A simple pile of sticks and branches can become one of the most valuable habitats in your garden. […]
Create a firefly haven in your garden! Fireflies thrive on nectar-filled flowers and moist groundcover. Here are the best plants: Goldenrod Zones 39 Late blooms for adults. Coreopsis Zones 49 Bright summer flowers. Bee Balm Zones 39 Attracts both fireflies and hummingbirds. Yarrow Zones 39 Provides habitat cover. Evening Primrose Zones 49 Night-blooming delight. Coneflower Zones 39 Nectar and seeds for birds. Creeping Thyme Zones 49 Moist groundcover for larvae. Asters Zones 38 Fall blooms for late nectar. Wild Bergamot Zones 38 A firefly favorite! Pro Tip: Keep damp soil and leaf litter, and avoid pesticides to support firefly larvae living underground for up to 2 years!
Create a firefly haven in your garden! Fireflies thrive on nectar-filled flowers and moist groundcover. Here are the best plants: Goldenrod Zones 39 Late blooms for adults. Coreopsis […]
Every dried sunflower head left in the garden becomes a natural seed feeder for goldfinches, chickadees, and other birds. Through fall and winter, those seeds are lifelines when food is scarce. Instead of cutting everything down, let the flowers stand. Your garden will feed wildlife long after summer ends. A simple choice for you survival for them.
Every dried sunflower head left in the garden becomes a natural seed feeder for goldfinches, chickadees, and other birds. Through fall and winter, those seeds are lifelines when […]
Plant these pollinator-friendly perennials to attract butterflies, bees, and birds year after year: 1. Catmint Zones 38 Loved by bees. 2. Sedum Zones 39 Late-season nectar for butterflies. 3. Butterfly Weed Zones 39 Monarch host plant. 4. Black-Eyed Susan Zones 39 Bright daisies for butterflies & birds. 5. Anise Hyssop Zones 49 Bees adore its blooms. 6. Bee Balm Zones 49 Hummingbird favorite. 7. Meadow Blazing Star Zones 38 Attracts Monarchs. 8. Purple Coneflower Zones 39 Nectar for pollinators, seeds for finches. 9. New England Aster Zones 48 Fall nectar source. 10. Joe Pye Weed Zones 49 Buzzing with butterflies. 11. Butterfly Bush Zones 59 Fragrant clusters for butterflies. Plant these together and youll have a thriving, colorful sanctuary for wildlife with very little maintenance.
Plant these pollinator-friendly perennials to attract butterflies, bees, and birds year after year: 1. Catmint Zones 38 Loved by bees. 2. Sedum Zones 39 Late-season nectar for butterflies. […]
Early autumn planting helps shrubs establish strong roots before winter. Hydrangea Zones 39 Long-lasting mophead blooms. Spirea Zones 49 Reliable clusters of white or pink. Viburnum Zones 48 Fragrant spring blossoms. Forsythia Zones 58 Golden yellow early blooms. Lilac Zones 37 Iconic spring fragrance. Weigela Zones 48 Hummingbird favorite. Potentilla Zones 27 Tough & sun-loving. Azalea Zones 69 Showy spring blooms. Butterfly Bush Zones 59 Pollinator magnet. Plant in fall for effortless spring color!
Early autumn planting helps shrubs establish strong roots before winter. Hydrangea Zones 39 Long-lasting mophead blooms. Spirea Zones 49 Reliable clusters of white or pink. Viburnum Zones 48 […]
Feeding deer in winter can kill them. 歷 Their stomachs cant digest corn or bread after months of eating woody plants. Sudden rich food causes fatal acidosis and bloating. Feeding also draws predators and spreads disease. Help by planting native shrubs and leaving nature to feed them.
Feeding deer in winter can kill them. 歷 Their stomachs cant digest corn or bread after months of eating woody plants. Sudden rich food causes fatal acidosis and […]