Time for a Trim

10 perennials you can cut back every fall (and five to leave alone)

Daylily Delights

Unique blooms to lure hummingbirds and butterflies

Nature's Nut Managers

Learn about Clark's nutcrackers and how their food-caching ways help out

In the Details

Easy ways to differentiate between male, female and immature hummingbirds

Ask the Experts

Pros offer tips to help struggling plants, protect baby birds and more

REACHING NEW HEIGHTS

Easy to grow and guaranteed to add bursts of showy blossoms to any garden, gladioluses, the classic summer bloomers, are making a comeback

Midair Masters

MEET THE BIRDS NAMED FOR THEIR ABILITY TO CATCH INSECTS ON THE FLY

Sedums Galore

Splashy succulents transform outdoor spots from dull to dazzling

Go for Green

To find this vibrant, bold-patterned jay, you'll have to head way south

CONNECT WITH NATURE

Everyone feels pain as we age, but CBD can help you deal with it

Grow a Caterpillar Cafe

Support the next generation of butterflies by nurturing their favorite host plants for larvae to munch on

Keep hummingbirds happy + healthy

Whether you're aiming for a welcoming return or to attract new visitors, follow these tips to create a safe haven

Curious Caterpillars

Dig into cool facts about these creeping crawlers

The Birds Next Door

How to enjoy close-up connections with feathered neighbors

Flying Jewels

Hummingbirds are back, delighting readers from coast to coast

Zoom In

Find out what makes a hummingbird's tiny body so special

Perk Up Your Plants

Four smart ways to use coffee grounds in the garden

Nectar-Rich Shrubs

Hummingbirds simply adore these flowering bush picks

Western Gems

Iridescent purple bow ties are the telltale signs of black-chinned hummingbirds

Humming Along

The next time you're near a patch of flowers and you think you see a hummingbird zip by, TAKE A CLOSER LOOK! It just might be a hummingbird moth, a lesser-known but important pollinator.

Love's in the Air

Six fascinating ways birds showcase their special bonds

Eye-Opening Optics

The power of backyard nature, magnified

Savvy Shopping

Make the most of your next trip to the garden center

Beautiful and Bold Bullock's

Spot and attract these orioles in the western U.S. during breeding season

THE Wonder OF WARBLERS

With more than 50 species found in North America, enthusiasts clamor and gather for a chance to spot the energetic little birds during spring migration. Follow these amazing facts to appreciate them even more.

Fresh from the Garden

FOLLOW THIS ADVICE FOR A THRIVING AND SUCCESSFUL PLOT FULL OF BLOOMS PERFECT FOR CUTTING

Be a Hero to Pollinators

Seven ways to create a paradise for bees, butterflies and more beneficial bugs

Do you serve live or dried mealworms?

Readers share their preference when setting out this classic songbird treat

Caption This!

What's going on in this tufted titmouse's head?

A Bird in the Hand

What to consider before hand-feeding wild birds and how to do it safely