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Wildflowers for Pollinators

Jeanne — Wed, 14 Jun 2023 16:23:09 +0000

I’ve noticed this little street corner on my dog walking route where wildflowers for pollinators are abundant. When the county mows the grass along the road edges, the mower politely moves around this corner. The wildflowers are abundant, attracting butterflies, pollinators, and insects of all types. And, whoever planted this corner for pollinators also loves...

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When Do You Stop Feeding Hummingbirds?

Jeanne — Sun, 24 Jul 2022 18:09:19 +0000

When do you stop feeding hummingbirds? Usually in the fall when you start seeing fewer numbers at your feeder. Generally for me that’s a week or two before the first frost date for my gardening zone. But there’s another, less popular answer to the question, “When do you stop feeding hummingbirds?” That answer is: now....

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Quick and Easy Hummingbird Nectar Recipe

Jeanne — Fri, 09 Apr 2021 13:51:12 +0000

This hummingbird nectar recipe uses simple ingredients you probably have on hand. It’s easy to make and you can keep a supply in the refrigerator to refill your hummingbird feeders all week long. The first time I saw a hummingbird was during dinnertime. I was around 10 years old. We lived in a small suburban...

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