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Did you ever think about having a Bat House? That’s right. Most people have some type of bat house in their yard. I think my great uncle had a bat house in his back yard when I was growing up.
Bonsai trees are fun and relaxing to grow but they require lots of attention and effort to flourish. Tending them requires a lot of time and energy. Since Bonsai trees are not ordinary houseplants our efforts tend to be rewarded
There are many benefits to learning how to keep chickens on the urban homestead. Raising chickens for eggs is just one. A couple more benefits include keeping chickens in the garden; it is good for both the garden and the
Having bird feeders and bird houses in your garden will attract many species of birds to your yard, including hummingbirds which are a popular bird to watch. But the benefits go beyond just admiring the birds. Planting a variety of
flies attract to your garden many species of insects including the lovely fruit fly, or ‘stick insect’. You can attract many species of these insects in a variety of ways. If your garden is small enough you can build a
While most bugs are beneficial to us in the garden, chinch bugs are not well known. They’re a black and green semi-round grid of bugs that cause chopped up foliage, leaf edges and new growth to turn brown and drop
It is still possible to enjoy your hobby even when air and water are scarce. Some hobbyists plant to ensure that they will still have fruits and vegetables even in depleted resources. Generally, for serious gardeners, growing plants that produce
The majority of focal points in your garden will survive the winter but may sustain some damage or wear. While trees will generally survive a winter low-light, they will not likely survive a direct summer blast. performed right, annuals will
Gardener’s greatest concern is always the safety and security of their crops, or any living being or living thing. Insects are nature’s way of controlling pests; however, in spite of all of their cooperation and sharing of tasty bits of