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Bringing in more birds – and encouraging them to stay!

Keep Bluebirds in Yard

Many birdwatchers bring birds to the garden for the same reason people keep pet birds – to watch their activity and interactions. However, wild birds have to find and fight for food and nesting spots, often leading them to range over wide spaces – and giving you less time to enjoy them. Some upgrades to Read More

Creating a habitat for wildlife with Gardens Alive!

Yellow Warbler

We were lucky to receive a mention from the Juneau County Star-Times this week! This article notes that Gardens Alive! features some great options for environmentally-friendly lawn products that help you maintain your lawn without using harsh chemicals. Conventional lawn chemicals can have a negative affect on birds and other wildlife populating your neighborhood. By Read More

The woodpecker reminded me…

Triple Seed Feeder

As I was planting my favorite red daylilies (love these), the rat-tat-tat of a nearby woodpecker reminded me of another job: cleaning my bird feeders and stocking up on bird food.

Triple Seed Feeder

I clean my feeders every two weeks – and even more often during wet weather and the winter months when Read More