Today was woodpecker day in the front garden. We use dead logs to mark the edges of the “flower beds” – it has a certain rustic charm, helps us use up the dead falls and creates hiding places for the bugs and grubs – a food source for woodpeckers. The… Continue reading
This is the first year we have had bluebirds as year round residents. Eastern Bluebirds are very helpful on the farm as they are predominantly bug eaters, but they do also eat fruits. We do not set out bird feeders, but we deliberately plant and cultivate fruiting trees and plants.… Continue reading
I just read an article entitled “6 Things to Know About the EPA’s New Pesticide Rules” and it was informative, but it missed out one thing I think you all should know about the new pesticide rules. The first six were: 1. The New Rules Will Protect Young People. 2.… Continue reading