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song sparrow
January 26, 2026 In Featured, Lawn + Garden, Pollinator Gardening, Seasonal

January 26, 2026

Welcoming the Song Sparrows: Subtle Sounds of the Winter Garden

While some winter birds announce themselves with bold colors or loud calls, song sparrows bring a quieter kind of charm. These streaky, soft-brown birds may not stand out at first glance, but once you know what to look for—and listen…
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Blue Jay
January 19, 2026 In Featured, Lawn + Garden, Pollinator Gardening, Seasonal

January 19, 2026

Welcoming the Blue Jays: Bold Color and Big Personality in the Winter Garden

If there’s one bird that brings unmistakable color and confidence to a winter landscape, it’s the blue jay. With their brilliant blue feathers, crisp white markings, and loud, expressive calls, they are impossible to miss—even on the grayest New England…
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dark-eyed junco
January 12, 2026 In Featured, Lawn + Garden, Pollinator Gardening, Seasonal

January 12, 2026

Welcoming the Dark-Eyed Juncos: Winter’s Little Snowbirds

If chickadees are the friendly chatterboxes of winter, dark-eyed juncos are the quiet companions that let you know the season has truly arrived. Often nicknamed “snowbirds,” juncos appear in New England just as the weather turns cold, bringing soft flashes…
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July 21, 2025 In Featured, Landscaping, Pollinator Gardening, Trees and Shrubs

July 21, 2025

Monarda Magic: Bright Blooms for Hummingbirds and Bees

If you’re looking for a perennial that brings your garden alive with color and activity, Monarda, commonly known as bee balm, is a perfect choice. This North American native is a true garden hero – beloved by hummingbirds, bees, and…
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June 26, 2025 In Perennials, Pollinator Gardening, Seasonal

June 26, 2025

The Importance of Milkweed: The Monarch Life Cycle

Milkweed is essential to the monarch butterfly life cycle. It’s the only plant where monarchs lay their eggs—and the sole food source for hungry caterpillars. Without milkweed, monarchs can’t survive. Planting this native plant supports pollinators and helps protect this…
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June 23, 2025 In Featured, Landscaping, Lawn + Garden, Perennials, Pollinator Gardening, Seasonal, Trees and Shrubs

June 23, 2025

Grow Milkweed and Host Plants for Butterflies!

When you think of butterflies, you probably picture them fluttering gracefully from flower to flower. But did you know that before they become beautiful butterflies, caterpillars are some of the pickiest eaters in the garden? Unlike adult butterflies, who sip…
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June 23, 2025 In Featured, Landscaping, Lawn + Garden, Pollinator Gardening

June 23, 2025

Pollinator Friendly Fertilizers: Feed Your Garden, Protect the Pollinators

When you plant a pollinator garden, you’re not just creating a pretty backyard haven — you’re building a vital food source and habitat for bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other essential wildlife. But did you know the type of fertilizer you…
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April 14, 2025 In Featured, Landscaping, Perennials, Pollinator Gardening, Seasonal

April 14, 2025

When to Put Out Hummingbird Feeders in New England

Welcoming Hummingbirds Back: What to Know About Spring Migration Each spring, ruby-throated hummingbirds return to New England after a long migration. These tiny birds fly thousands of miles from Central America and the southern U.S. back to our gardens—and your…
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woodpecker
January 24, 2025 In Featured, Pollinator Gardening, Seasonal

January 24, 2025

Woodpeckers in Winter: Who’s Knocking in Your Yard?

If you’ve ever heard a steady tapping on a tree in the middle of winter, chances are you’ve been visited by one of New England’s most fascinating feathered friends—the woodpecker. These birds are hardy, resourceful, and surprisingly diverse, making them…
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