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  Sure, having birds around is beautiful—but did you know it’s also one of the best things you can do for your garden and the environment? A yard filled with birds isn’t just a peaceful place to sip your morning coffee—it’s a biodiverse, self-sustaining ecosystem. Here’s why you want to encourage more birds to your property! Natural Pest Control – Birds are nature’s best exterminators. Wrens, swallows, and chickadees gobble up insects, while bigger birds like owls help keep rodent populations in check. No need for harmful pesticides when you’ve got winged pest control on duty! Biodiversity Boost – Different birds...

Martha Stewart said it best... “If you want to be happy for a year, get married. If you want to be happy for a decade, get a dog. And if you want to be happy for the rest of your life, make a garden.” These wise words perfectly capture the enduring joy of gardening. A garden brings so much to one’s life. It’s a place where hope, creativity, and nature come together in a timeless dance. There is really nothing quite like planting a seed and watching it grow and flourish. With the upcoming growing season, the excitement is building...

There’s something undeniably magical about bringing the beauty and fragrance of nature indoors especially at this time of year.  Fresh greenery in your home during the holidays brings beauty and joy to the season. Want to keep your greenery looking lush right through Christmas and into the New Year... Here are my tried-and-true flower farmer tips to keep your holiday decor looking its best: Hydration is Key Greenery loves water, and a little effort goes a long way: For Wreaths and Garlands: Mist or spritz them lightly with water every couple of days using a spray bottle. This keeps the foliage fragrant...

Looking to fend off winter sniffles and stay healthy all season? Or maybe you’re already feeling under the weather and could use a natural pick-me-up? I’ve got just the thing for you: Garlic Honey. When I first whipped up this pungent potion, let’s just say it didn’t exactly win the popular vote in our house. There were jokes and plenty of side-eye—but guess who’s stayed healthy winter after winter... Yep, this stuff works. This immune-boosting powerhouse was inspired by a honey-as-medicine workshop I attended. I came home, peeled a couple of garlic cloves, and got to work. Now years later,...