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As it gets colder and there are less leaves on trees, birds need more places to hide from predators and where they can get inside to stay warm. A Christmas...
As it gets colder and there are less leaves on trees, birds need more places to hide from predators and where they can get inside to stay warm. A Christmas...
Chickens are much tougher than they appear and they only need a little extra care during the winter months. Here are a few essential tips to consider when...
Plants are a great choice for thoughtful, long-lasting gifts, and they make elegant and versatile holiday decorations. There are a number of plants that are...
Most spring-blooming bulbs can be forced into bloom. The most common choices are hyacinths, tulips, narcissus, grape hyacinths and crocuses
Wild turkeys, notoriously picky about their living conditions, require a more specialized environment than many other types of wildlife. You can, however,...
Perennials can be an easy addition to your flowerbeds that you can enjoy year after year, but without the proper preparation for winter even the hardiest...
What can you do in the fall months to preserve and utilize pasture? Even under cool soil temperatures, cool season grasses can produce shoots and new sprouts...
The best time of year to reseed your existing lawn is in the fall. In most areas of the United States, the ideal is to sow the grass seed in late August or...
You love your home and you have to continue trying to make it, "just right," for you, your family, and your pets. Unfortunately your home is also attractive...
Skunks are common in rural and suburban areas, and pets are curious about these waddling, furry creatures. Unfortunately, skunks are not sociable and will...
Sit back for a moment and enjoy the fruits of your labor in the garden! There are still tasks to perform in the garden, however your primary concern will be...
Try natural biological insect control. The evidence suggests that a typical bat colony can make a difference to those who want to use natural biological...
Birds may face dangers in their everyday lives both while eating, flying, or perching. The danger may be from one of their own kind who feels his territory...
More and more hobbyists each year are interested in raising a small flock of chickens in their backyards or on a small farm. Most owners know that the...
Skunks are common in rural and suburban areas, and pets are curious about these waddling, furry creatures. Unfortunately, skunks are not sociable and will...
Container gardening offers many advantages that people can tend to overlook: containers can be less work because they can be placed closer to a water source;...
Germination is dependent on soil temperature and available soil moisture. Most cool season species, like those listed below, will not start the germination...
Just like humans, birds follow daily patterns for their different activities. Birders who know those patterns will be able to predict when to see birds, and...
Start your garden early by sowing seeds in containers indoors. Any container that drains well can be used, but many gardeners prefer peat pots or pellets...
Provided courtesy of National Audubon Society, Inc. A State of the Birds Report Summer 2007. Preserve Farmlands: Promote strong conservation provisions in the...
When the weather outside is frightful, birding can be delightful. To attract the greatest number of species in the winter, it is important to have a number...
What elements are needed for your plants to grow at their best? Did you know you can spot possible nutrient deficiencies in your plants?
You might think that because your dog is covered in a fur coat from head to foot that it will be protected against frostbite. However, you would be wrong.
From thunderstorms and tornadoes to hurricanes and blizzards, how do birds survive treacherous storms that can cause thousands, even millions of dollars of...
Most dogs sleep for 12 hours a day. Choosing the right bed is essential. New dog owners are often shocked by how much their dog sleeps. Most dogs sleep for 12...