Spring Hummingbirds

Every spring I look forward to the return of hummingbirds. I always prepare the nectar and set out the feeders as soon as I see the first birds appear. Hummingbirds also love a variety of colorful spring blooms throughout the garden. They are so much fun to watch. Their energy and antics bring joy and…

Zinnias

Fall has arrived, and Zinnias are one of the few remaining summer blooms. Hummingbirds and butterflies love to take advantage of the last bright blast of color before the first frost. Zinnias are an easy flower to grow from seed, and they come in so many varieties and colors. The seeds from the blooms can…

Summer Nature

The warm summer days bring out all of nature’s beauty and colors. It is hard to imagine how nature effortlessly creates so much beauty in small things that bring us such joy. Nature inspires us to see beyond all the challenges of life to find gifts that give us moments of happiness, inspiration and wonder….

Summer Bird Feeders

HUMMINGBIRD FEEDERS When the weather starts getting warm and the hummingbirds start appearing around the spring flowers, I know it is time to put out the hummingbird feeders. I like making my own hummingbird nectar, and it is easy and less expensive. Preparing the Feeders I gather my feeders and supplies together for preparing the…