Time to Set Your Avian Table for Springtime! Even if you are not a bird enthusiast, you cannot ignore the stunning beauty of the Baltimore oriole. The sound of a slow but loud flutelike whistle of “tea—dear—dear—dear—here -- dear,” or the flash of brilliant orange that...
Improving your home's landscaping shouldn’t feel intimidating. It should instead be a fun relaxing project! Easier said than done, I know, but I have some steps to help make that possible. One thing my mother always said when she would plant at our house is...
You are not alone! One of the many joys of living in the Midwest is the beauty and the wide variety of birds we can see from our own backyard. As I sit here and write this blog, the birds surround me with their colors and...
Having birds stop by your patio can brighten any day. We love to see that our feathered buddies have made time to stop and check things out at our place. You don’t need a sprawling back forty to attract birds to your space. Birds make...
As the long, cold days continue to push on, it is nice to have some plants growing in the house to help bring some cheer to these cold days. It can be intimidating though to figure out the various needs of indoor plants - that’s...
There isn’t much more synonymous with summer than hand-picking your own tomatoes and peppers from the garden. That is why it is always nice to get these warm thoughts started early by starting your tomatoes and peppers from seed. There are so many awesome varieties...
When February hits, and the snow and cold are really setting in, it’s easy to crave a little color in our yard. What better way to bring a little life back to your yard than a cardinal? Attracting cardinals to your yard is easier than...
Who doesn’t love fresh herbs all-year-round? From parsley to cilantro, fresh herbs turn every meal into a culinary experience. But buying herbs at the grocery store can leave you with inconsistent quality and more than your recipe needs. To reduce waste and ensure the highest...
In these cold winter months, a lot of us like to help out our backyard birds by putting out bird feed and suet. The intention is to help them stay fed as their resources in the wild become limited. While well-intended, one thing that we...
Now that the New Year is behind us and we are in the middle of winter, it's nice to daydream about starting spring gardens! Starting seeds in your home is a great way to break the winter monotony and prepare for an amazing garden come...
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