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Gardening
Variety is Life for Hummingbirds — Photo Gallery
Hummingbirds are famous for hovering in front of flowers and feeding. They do this by beating their wings quickly — on average they rack up 50 wingbeats per second. And when…
How to Make Super Simple Plastic Bottle Planters
Did you know that April 22 is Earth Day? This year’s theme is Plastic Pollution, so we’ve created an activity that can upcycle a plastic bottle you already have at…
The Perfect Gift for Her
When I think of my mom, I always imagine her looking out at the garden of my childhood home. I think of how she’d sit in stillness, her book resting…
What Should I do With all the Fallen Leaves in my Backyard?
I know. This post essentially means summer is over. (Sorry ’bout that.) But after a wind storm wallops your neck of the woods, you’re going to thank us for this…
Seven Things to do in Your Garden this August
It’s hot out there isn’t it? Your garden could use a little help when the temperatures rise. So grab an iced tea (for your own refreshment!), and give your backyard…
Four Ways to Fight Biting Bugs
If you’re practically lathering calamine lotion on your body to stop the itch, it might be worth investing in some friends. Bug-eating friends, that is. Attract birds Grow a variety…
CWF’s Recent Visitor
This week our headquarters had a great surprise – a visit from a cecropia moth. One of Canada’s largest moths, their wingspan can be approximately 15 cm wide! Our moth conveniently stayed put for 2…