I was walking my dog along the wood’s edge right near where we cleared land to build our greenhouse when I did a double take. There, like Jack’s magical beanstalk, had grown overnight this gem: American burnweed. Also known as fireweed or American burn weed, it grows rapidly – and I mean, rapidly. Like I…
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.
