Fall is the time for mums, for pumpkins, and another round of pansies — for soft golden twilights and leaves crunching underfoot. September is the last month here in zones 6 and 7 when the garden is still lush and full. We’re harvesting the last of the tomatoes here at Seven Oaks, my farm near…
Birds and Wildlife
Birds and wildlife are welcome parts of the garden here at Home Garden Joy. We love attracting wild birds and feeding the birds in the winter. During the summer, our hummingbird feeder is a delight, and we also enjoy sharing plant tips with you so you can attract these visitors to the garden.
Wildlife is fun to learn about, and we enjoy wildlife watching from a safe distance. But some wildlife, such as deer, bears, rabbits, and opossums, are destructive to the garden. Learn about natural, safe methods of controling and discouraging wildlife to keep your garden ssecure.

















