Animals-and-Pets

Birds & Bloom
4 Weeds To Know
Either embrace or yank these misunderstood plants in your backyard.
1 min |
April/May 2018

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Flying Jewels
Gain a newfound appreciation for iridescent damselflies.
2 min |
April/May 2018

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Christmas Spirit That Grows & Grows
A THIRD-GENERATION VERMONT TREE FARMER CELEBRATES THE HOLIDAYS WITH A HARVEST.
3 min |
December/January 2019

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Homegrown Lemons
Grow a fragrant reminder of summer with an indoor citrus tree.
2 min |
December/January 2019

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Wyoming's Wild Side
Three must-see stops within Grand Teton National Park.
1 min |
August/September 2019

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Easy Ways To Dry Flowers
Create everlasting bouquets and decorations by preserving summer blooms.
2 min |
August/September 2019

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Keep Invasives Out
Replace aggressive species with native plants that support your local wildlife.
2 min |
April/May 2019

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Horicon Highlights
Three must-do’s at this marshy bird hot spot.
1 min |
April/May 2019

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Hummingbirds At Home
A dream of finding an active nest came true.
2 min |
June/July 2019

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Quick Fixes For Poor Soil
Layer your way to a more productive garden in just one season.
2 min |
June/July 2019

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Illuminating Lunas
Learn more about this beautiful celestial moth.
1 min |
June/July 2019

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West Coast Cuties
Full feeders and fanciful flowers keep Anna’s hummingbirds in backyards year-round.
2 min |
June/July 2019

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Southwest Hot Spots
Explore nature in southeastern Arizona.
1 min |
June/July 2019

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Plant A Hot Spot
Fuel late-season hummingbirds with these fall-blooming nectar picks.
3 min |
June/July 2019

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The State Of Monarchs
Explore the silver lining of butterflies in limbo.
2 min |
August/September 2019

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Invite More Butterflies
Colorful, easy-to-grow plants for a nectar-packed garden.
3 min |
August/September 2019

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Grow A Desert Oasis
Easy ways to combat drought, extreme temperatures and rock-filled soil.
3 min |
August/September 2019

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Summer Birds! Attract Goldfinches And Other Bright Visitors
Colorful hummingbirds and other unexpected sightings are the highlight of the season.
2 min |
August/September 2019

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Must-See Butterflies And Summer Blooms
Readers captured the brief moments when these fast-flying garden guests paused among summer foliage.
2 min |
August/September 2019

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The Sequence Of Spring Migration
From early arrivals like blackbirds to latecomers like flycatchers, find out when your favorite fliers will pass through.
3 min |
February/March 2019

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Blooms Galore - Purples, Pinks And Yellows, Oh My!
Flowers are the true stars of the growing season, and they shine in these reader snapshots.
2 min |
April/May 2019

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Hottest Plants Of 2019
Snap up these new favorites full of dazzle and function.
3 min |
April/May 2019

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Deter Furry Pests
Simple tips to discourage destructive creatures.
2 min |
April/May 2019

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Birdscape Your Backyard
Create a Garden That Gives Your Favorite Fliers Plenty of Natural Places to Hide.
3 min |
August/September 2018

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Meet The Thrushes
From robins to bluebirds, this group of shy singers comes in several sizes and colors. Know which is which the next time a thrush visits your backyard.
3 min |
August/September 2018

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A Monarch Mimic
Learn how viceroy butterflies are masters of disguise.
2 min |
August/September 2018

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Backyard Beekeeping
Enjoy a taste of homegrown honey from your own hive.
2 min |
February/March 2019

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Spring Delight
As the new season ushers in fresh air budding greenery, birds head toward their summer homes.
2 min |
February/March 2019

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Grow Native
Learn The Benefits Of Adding These Valuable Plants To Your Landscape.
3 min |