There are many reasons to subscribe to Wren Song, our weekly newsletter, but a really big one may be that you prefer to get a weekly summary as opposed to a daily email of individual posts. Wren Song brings you the best in wildlife garden, native plants, pollinators, schoolyard habitats, and butterfly and bird habitat… [Continue Reading]

Tonight marks the winter Solstice, the longest night of the year. And all around the world people are celebrating the return of the light. The days will become longer and the nights shorter. It’s a time of rebirth and renewal, and I am looking forward to this reversal this year and the turning of the season… [Continue Reading]

Although this holiday season is filled with sadness this year, I am also filled with gratitude for the blessings in my life. I have learned to be thankful for my daily garden mindfulness times when I can be present in the moment and appreciate the beauty and wonders of the natural world around me that… [Continue Reading]

Today is a day of remembrance, a day to think back and remember those who were lost. A day to remember those that were and still are heroes. Today is a day to be thankful for those who protect and serve this nation and for all of the ordinary citizens that had tremendous courage on… [Continue Reading]

Several months ago I brought together another team of writers to help spread the word about the value of native plants in our landscapes, wildlife gardens, green roofs, sustainable gardening, and community involvement in creating more wildlife habitat. Native Plants and Wildlife Gardens is a dedicated and passionate team of 30 writers who are creating quite… [Continue Reading]

I feel so blessed to work with this amazing team of wildlife gardeners who expand my knowledge on a daily basis. It is a honor to work with each of you! There are also some people who’d I’d like to give a nice tip of the hat to. First, to each of you who have… [Continue Reading]

As the year winds to a close, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on where we’ve been and to thank some amazing people for helping us to get here. First, a huge thanks to the current team at Beautiful Wildlife Garden for your dedication and passion for creating welcoming habitats for wildlife in… [Continue Reading]

It’s that time of the year to pause and give thanks. So, before you leave to go over the river and through the woods to Grandma’s house, here’s some things I’m thankful for in my beautiful wildlife garden. The Barred Owls who have spent every winter for the past 10 years in and around my… [Continue Reading]