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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…
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…
Monarchs Still In Decline
[CWF PHOTO CONTEST PICTURES SUBMITTED BY – LEFT: BILL MCMULLEN, MIDDLE: DEBBIE OPPERMANN, RIGHT: MARY HINDLE] In an article I read this morning, monarch numbers in last winter’s annual survey…
CWF Garden Photo of the Week
PHOTO CREDIT: [CWF] These crab apples add colour to our Wildlife-Friendly Demonstration Garden. They are also a source of food and shelter for various animals. If your green space has…
