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Stylish Birdhouse Painting Ideas That Are Also Bird-Safe
Decorating a birdhouse with stylish paint can be a fun and satisfying way to add personality while also creating a safe habitat for your feathered friends. When choosing paints and designs, it’s important to consider the wellbeing of birds by using non-toxic paints and appropriate imagery that won’t startle them. Follow these tips and ideas…
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How to Control Root Maggots in the Garden
Root maggots are the larvae of various fly species that can be very destructive pests in home gardens. The most common root maggot pests are the cabbage maggot, carrot rust fly, seedcorn maggot, and onion maggot. When they are present, these pests can quickly damage or destroy the roots of valuable vegetable and ornamental plants.…
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How to Hang a Birdhouse and Mount a Nesting Box
With a well-placed birdhouse, you can attract beautiful, fascinating birds into your yard. Hanging and mounting a nesting box properly ensures that birds will safely raise their young. Follow these steps for successfully installing birdhouses and nesting boxes in optimal locations. Choose the Right Location Choosing an appropriate spot is the most important step for…
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How to Get Rid of Leafhoppers
Leafhoppers are tiny, green, wedge-shaped insects that can cause serious damage to plants in gardens and farms. Getting rid of leafhoppers requires diligence and multiple control methods, but it can be done organically without pesticides. This comprehensive guide will provide in-depth information on identifying leafhoppers, understanding their lifecycle, preventing infestations, and controlling populations with mechanical,…
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Birds That Use Birdhouses and How to Attract Them
Birdhouses provide safe nesting sites and shelter for many species of birds. With careful placement and the right design, you can attract lovely feathered friends to take up residence in manmade homes in your backyard. This article explores different birds that will use birdhouses, tips for attracting them, and how to properly place and care…
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Corn Earworm: Identification, Overview, and Garden Control
The corn earworm, also known as the cotton bollworm or tomato fruitworm, can be a frustrating pest for home gardeners and commercial growers alike. This crafty caterpillar has a wide host range and can cause substantial damage to corn, tomatoes, cotton, beans, peppers, and many other crops if left unchecked. While earworms may be difficult…
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14 Indoor and Outdoor Plants That Repel Spiders
Spiders can be creepy, crawly, and downright unwelcome guests in our homes and gardens. While pesticides are an option for controlling spiders, many people prefer natural and chemical-free solutions. Fortunately, certain plants contain aromas and oils that naturally deter spiders and keep them away. With a bit of strategic planting, you can create an environment…
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Adding Nesting Material to Birdhouses
Providing nesting material in birdhouses is an important part of attracting birds and encouraging them to raise their young. The right materials can make a birdhouse much more appealing to specific species. As experts in birding and avian conservation, we recommend using natural, biodegradable materials that mimic what birds would find in nature. In this…
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8 Tips for Feeding Hummingbirds
Feeding hummingbirds can be an extremely rewarding experience. Watching these tiny, colorful birds flutter up to your feeder and sip nectar is fascinating. With a few simple tips, you can attract hummingbirds to your yard and keep them returning all season. Here are 8 tips for successfully feeding hummingbirds. Choose the Right Feeder The most…
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Backyard Bird Feeding: Top 10 Mistakes
Feeding wild birds in your backyard can be an enjoyable hobby that brings you closer to nature. However, there are some common mistakes backyard birders make that can be detrimental to birds or reduce the number of species attracted to your feeders. Avoid these top 10 mistakes to create a safe and engaging bird-feeding environment.…
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