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The Swallowtail -- A Beautiful Butterfly

Swallowtail Butterflies Swallowtail butterflies are some of the most beautiful butterflies found anywhere. The North American species are large, brightly colored butterflies with tailed, rear wings. . .

Homemade Hummingbird Nectar

We love hummingbirds and love to watch them throughout the day, especially after a long day, relaxing in our backyard nature retreat.We have 4 feeders that are strategically located throughout our . . .

Bluebirds

Copyright © 2005 Tammy ClaytonThis brightly colored bird has always been a romantic symbol for their unusual coloring as well as their gentle loving nature. In Victorian times, they were a common a. . .

How to make your Backyard a Wonderland Oasis

Home and garden accessories make the difference between house and home. Unfortunately, quality accessories can be notoriously expensive and in today's economy, finding beauty at a price one can af. . .

Hummingbirds … Attracting Those Little Flying Powerhouses

It’s early in May a beautiful fairly warm day so I’ve decided to enjoy it and sit on the front porch. While relaxing in a rocking chair with my eyes closed, just enjoying the sun and early warmth I. . .

How To Create Your Own Humming Bird Nectar...

Hummingbirds feed off of plants and a few insects, but because of the speed which their wings flutter when they're in flight, they tend to burn a heck of a lot of energy. They need to eat about eve. . .

Planning A Serenity Garden

"Kiss of the sun for pardon. Song of the birds for mirth. You're closer to God's heart in a gardenthan any place else on earth." -- Dorothy Frances GurneyIt’s an oft-quoted (and misquoted! I had to. . .

Bird Feeder Basics

Bird FeedersThe fastest way to a bird's heart is definitely through their stomach. Put up a backyard bird feeder and birds will certainly come to feed in your yard. Where you live determines what y. . .

How to Attract Butterflies to Your Garden

The flittering of the butterfly through your garden is no accident if you planned your garden carefully. The adult butterfly flitters from flower to flower - sipping nectar from many flowers in yo. . .

A Garden To Attract Hummingbirds

“Mommy, come see! There are fairies in the garden!”And so they might have been to the eyes of a five year old who grew up on tales of pixies, elves and fairies. The magical visitor this time, thoug. . .

How To Attract Hummingbirds

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About Hummingbirds and How to Attract Them to Your Garden

Visualize watching a bright green hummingbird in your garden moving from flower to flower in search of the tasty nectar within. These beautiful and tiny birds weigh about 2 to 20 grams and are foun. . .

Gardening For Birds

Creating the perfect garden for birds begins by understanding the needs of birds.Birds, as with other wildlife, require certain elements in the garden to survive.These elements include:FoodWaterShe. . .

How to Attract Butterfly Activity...

The flittering of the butterfly through your garden is no accident if you planned your garden carefully. The adult butterfly flitters from flower to flower - sipping nectar from many flowers in yo. . .

Butterfly Gardening

Copyright © 2005 Jane Lake All Rights ReservedButterfly gardening is not only a joy, it is one way that you can help restore declining butterfly populations. Simply adding a few new plants to your . . .

Set Out a Feast for your Feathered Friends

February is “Feed the Birds” month in much of North America. And what great timing! If you’re going through a cold winter, you can help the wintering birds that are going through it with you. If yo. . .

Weed Dangerous to Hummingbirds

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A Kids Tree

During my youth kids were required to pass through a tree climbing phase as part of the transition from being a kid to becoming a teenager. Not just any old tree would do of course. The majestic oa. . .

Hummingbirds - Jewels of the Air

“Of all animated beings, the hummingbird is the most elegant in form, the most brilliant in color. The precious stones and metals to which our art lends polish are not compared to this gem of Natur. . .

Attracting and Caring for Hummingbirds

The oldest historical mention of hummingbirds likely dates back to the Taino Native Americans, who were reportedly the first humans to greet Columbus when he landed in America. The Taino believe th. . .