Pollinator Feeders

Water for Small Pollinators

Here is a cool idea about providing water for small pollinators like bees and butterflies.  I found this plate in a shaded area at the demonstration garden at South Park (one of the Allegheny County Parks in PA).  This demonstration garden is part of the Penn State Extension Master Gardener Program. Steps for Providing Water: […]

Bird Feeders

Peanut Wreath Feeder

The same birds that like to eat peanuts love to eat them from the Peanut Wreath Feeder.  Once some of the grackles head south in late July and August, I use this feeder for the other peanut loving birds. It is a simple design which reminds be of a Slinky.  Did you know that the […]

Bird Seeds

Peanuts

You can buy peanuts in or out of the shell. Features: 1) Peanuts attract the following birds:  woodpeckers, titmice, nuthatches, chickadees and blue jays.  Keep in mind that grackles and squirrels love peanuts too! 2) If you put out peanuts in the shell it will help to deter starlings. 3) Peanuts are high in fat […]