January 26, 2026
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Featured, Lawn + Garden, Pollinator Gardening, Seasonal
January 26, 2026
January 19, 2026
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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… Read More
January 12, 2026
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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… Read More
July 21, 2025
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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… Read More
June 26, 2025
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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… Read More
June 23, 2025
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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… Read More
June 23, 2025
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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… Read More
April 14, 2025
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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… Read More
January 24, 2025
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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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