Create these DIY bird feeders using a few ingredients and a dish you might already have in your kitchen; they're so pretty, ...

Q: Is there any trick to keeping birdseed from coming up in beds beneath my feeders? I’m tired of all the grass germinating. A: That’s probably millet, a common ingredient in some standard seed mixes.

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A few weeks ago I noticed that my backyard bird feeder was running low on seed - time for a refill. The feeder wasn't completely empty, however: At the bottom, there remained a large pile of one ...

Whether you have pet birds at home or you are in a habit of feeding free birds, it is important to ensure that you are giving the right food to the little creatures. Instead of home-cooked food, it is ...

We have bird feeders at home located over a mixed planting of shrubs and perennials and have had good luck growing plants near the feeder. Your question does not include the type of seeds you are ...

When the cold weather forces us to slow down in the garden, it's the ideal time to keep busy indoors and lend nature a helping hand. DIY bird seed ornaments are a fun winter craft and a lovely way to ...