According to the International Ornithologists Union (those who study birds), there are 366 hummingbird species in the world, ...

Firefly habitats are declining, but you can help to create a safe space for them in your garden by growing plants that ...

American kestrels are found throughout the Americas, from Canada to Argentina’s southern tip. Come fall, kestrels from Canada and Alaska head south in search of food, returning north in the spring to ...

Swampscott Conservancy You’re probably familiar with European or western honeybees (Apis mellifera) given that the popularity of keeping them is on the rise in suburban and even urban gardens. As the ...

Birdhouses are sturdy, but they still experience wear and tear due to use and the elements. Consider repairing and upgrading ...

Roses are red, violets are blue, Arizona is dry, what’s a gardener to do? Learning about xeriscaping is a good place to start ...

On an early day in July, I had the pleasure of previewing some of the gardens that will be featured during the Aug. 9 Master ...

Ninebark offers arching stems, colorful foliage, and peeling bark, plus exceptional drought resistance. William Hamilton, ...