Wildlife In The Garden
If you have a garden, you will have probably seen various animals passing through. These can include everything from mammals to reptiles, amphibians, birds, and insects. While some of these animals may be considered pests, many are actually beneficial to your garden! This page contains a collection of all our wildlife and animal-related content. Use the links below to jump to the section that interest you.
Attracting Wildlife to Your Garden
Animals are a natural part of our backyard habitat. There are many reasons people want to attract wildlife into our garden. These include
- A passion for bringing nature and beauty to their yard.
- Wanting to help the animals.
- Helps develop a deeper connection with nature.
- Allows us to observe the animals in a safe environment.
- Offers educational experiences for children.
Animals also benefit gardens by eating pests, pollinating, or seed dispersal. Here are some helpful posts.
- What to Feed Deer in Your Backyard: What You Need to Know!
- What To Feed Squirrels: The Ultimate Guide For Gardeners
Insects and Spiders
Creepy crawlies of all kinds can be both a blessing and a curse in the garden. Many of them help pollinate plants and eat pests, but some are not so welcome and attack our precious plants. Check out the following posts on the different insects and spiders you may encounter. Warning some of these may make your skin creep!
- Are Spiders Attracted To Light
- How To Kill Ants On your Lawn Without Harming The Grass
- Spiders In The Grass: Why they Are There And What To Do About Them
- How To Get rid Of Hoverflies
Dealing With Unwanted Pests
No one wants to deal with pests in the garden, but unfortunately, they are a reality that we all have to face at some point or another. The following posts contain a variety of tips and tricks for dealing with unwanted pests, both large and small.