Animals-and-Pets
Birds & Bloom
Tucked Away for Winter
Butterflies and bugs make themselves at home nestled under leaves or hidden beneath tree bark in the backyard.
2 min |
December / January 2017
Birds & Blooms
In The Limelight
Blooms in chartreuse hues steal the show in any garden
3 min |
February/March 2019
Birds & Bloom
Find More Flickers
Take your eyes off the treetops and look for this flashy woodpecker on the ground.
2 min |
October/November 2018
Birds & Bloom
Keep 'Em Growing
Get a jump-start on next years garden when you overwinter heat-loving plants indoors.
2 min |
October/November 2018
Birds & Bloom
Using Their Senses
Discover the fascinating ways birds survivethrough sight, sound, taste, touch and smell.
3 min |
October/November 2018
Birds & Bloom
Backyard Chat - Ask The Experts
Herb-growing tips, how to attract waxwings and more from our pros.
5 min |
December/January 2019
Birds & Bloom
Masked Berry Bandits
Built for gobbling fruit, cedar waxwings are striking, social birds.
2 min |
December/January 2019
Birds & Bloom
Surviving The Cold
From stashing food to roosting in groups, birds have the means to flourish.
2 min |
December/January 2019
Birds & Blooms
Hummingbird Tales
It takes a lot of patience, a bit of skill and some luck to capture a winning photo of these tiny, fast-flying birds. Readers rose to the challenge in last year’s first-ever Birds & Blooms hummingbird photo contest. Here are the stories behind a few of the best shots.
4 min |
June/July 2019
Birds & Blooms
Hungry, Hungry Hummingbirds
10 feeding tricks to keep your backyard buzzing with nectar-loving birds.
3 min |
June/July 2019
Birds & Blooms
Host A Feeding Frenzy!
Maximize backyard traffic with tried-and-true tips from the pros.
4 min |
April/May 2019
Birds & Blooms
Revel In Spring
Readers share shots of birds taking a dip, raising their young and more.
3 min |
April/May 2019
Birds & Blooms
Legendary Tulips
Quirky facts about these popular spring bloomers.
1 min |
April/May 2019
Birds & Blooms
Blaze Orange
Tempt colorful nectar-loving Baltimore orioles with sugar water and ripe fruit.
2 min |
April/May 2019
Birds & Blooms
Sanctuaries
Easy ways to attract feathered friends to a yard of any size.
3 min |
April/May 2019
Birds & Bloom
Eight Shades Of Orange
Eye-catching orioles come decked out in warm hues and build unique, pouch-shaped nests that hang from branches. Get to know each member of this colorful clan.
4 min |
April/May 2018
Birds & Bloom
5 Secret Hummingbird Hot Spots
The West is best when it comes to hummingbirds. Variations in terrain and rainfall create diverse habitats that attract up to 17 species. At these must-visit parks, the odds are high you’ll see many types of hummingbirds, including a few rare ones.
3 min |
June/July 2018
Birds & Bloom
Backyard Showers
Attract more hummingbirds to your space with moving water.
2 min |
June/July 2018
Birds & Bloom
Toughest Bird On The Block
Get to know the feisty rufous hummingbird.
2 min |
June/July 2018
Birds & Bloom
Moth Or Butterfly?
Use these clues to confidently ID the winged creatures you find in your backyard. Here’s a hint: Look at the antennae!
2 min |
February - March 2017
Birds & Bloom
Adventures In Beekeeping
It’s easy to go from zero to bee hero. Follow this newbie’s journey to learn how to get your backyard abuzz.
4 min |
February - March 2017
Birds & Bloom
Flashes Of Red
Quick! Prep your feeders and fill your garden with tubular flowers for a chance to see ruby-throated hummingbirds, one of the most popular fliers in the east.
2 min |
August - September 2017
Birds & Bloom
Trim Back For Bonus Blooms
One pinch and poof! Your faded flowers get fresh new life.
2 min |
August - September 2017
Birds & Bloom
Grow A Veggie Sequel
Finish the Season Strong With These 5 Tips for the Ultimate Bonus Harvest
3 min |
August - September 2017
Birds & Blooms
Bee-hind The Buzz
Learn the sweet truth about these honey producers.
1 min |
August/September 2019
Birds & Bloom
So Gourd-eous!
Theres more to these fast-growing plants than meets the eye.
1 min |
October/November 2018
Birds & Bloom
Windy City In Bloom
Discover the delights of the Chicago Botanic Garden.
1 min |
October/November 2018
Birds & Bloom
Figure Out The Finches
Tips for identifying two strikingly similar backyard birds.
2 min |
October/November 2018
Birds & Bloom
Conifers To Love
Wildlife-friendly trees offer varying silhouettes and year-round appeal.
4 min |
October/November 2018
Birds & Bloom
Revealed! Fall Leaf Secrets
Experts share why leaves change and predict when to hit the road for the colorful show.
3 min |