How To Make A Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder Pole

Canada Geese fly very high. People in the Ohio Valley and Mid-South see a great number of hummingbirds through this time. Hurricanes, freezes, droughts, and floods. Mr. Hilton had taken down all of the hummingbird feeders except for the one in his trap.

Great habitat for birds in your backyard includes clean and fresh high-quality feed, plenty of shelter, and lots of fresh and clean water for them to drink and bathe in. One of the best resources we have at Dave's Garden is a group of members who garden...

He cut an imposing figure, but had a mind that was equally as sharp and imposing. Each flower and grain of branched wood was carved with as much realistic detail as the bird – as Uncle Murray was also a gardener who knew the delicacy of an apple blossom...

They are not found south of Panama. It seems that the hummingbirds are not paying guests, so if some sugar water will bring in hummingbirds, and they in turn, will bring the tourists loaded with dollars, then up the feeders go.“I've seen a strange hummingbird...

When the people inside moved back from the window, he had to make a decision. Sadly, he decided to move away from the house with the peanut in it. The little squirrel was getting bigger now and was no longer scared.

A good question that will be answered if you keep reading... When it looks like all of the fat has melted or you have enough for your project, take the pan off the heat and let it cool.

Drill three holes in a triangle pattern about 1/4 to 1/2 inch from the edge of the coconut. I prefer to attach the string to the bottom (larger) half but whatever is easiest for you will work.

Wrap the vine in a circle, starting with 3 or 4 very long strands, all with uneven ends. Your kids and your fine feathered flying friends are going to love it, and it will last long after holiday decorations are stored away.

For example, if you want the feeder to hang three feet below the tree branch it's hanging from, cut each piece of rope to a length of 42 inches. Step 5: Tie Knots At The Base Of Each Rope Piece Jessica Walliser Next, tie each of the three rope pieces...

Logically then, I thought, I put the window feeder on the great room window. I bought a large hanging pot of Fuschia 'Blue Eyes' to further entice the little flying jewels and hung that on the same pole.

Butterfly eggs and caterpillars are simply dinner to many birds, lizards, wasps and flies. Butterflies need native plants for the caterpillars to survive and although they may not be as showy as commercially available hybrids, natives are vital to their...

After the holidays. Stir in the remaining ingredients. We pounded it in next to the birdfeeder and hung seed and suet treats in its branches. (See recipe below)If you have no Christmas tree to recycle, take a look down the street on trash day.

You'll find them worked into wreaths and garlands, in a centerpiece, potpourri, hanging as an ornament on the tree or scented and placed in a basket. Start by melting paraffin slowly over a low heat.

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Sugar water and nectar alone will not build fat, it only gives them quick energy to hunt the insects that they need to build body mass. The flowers do not have to be red. It is important to restrict the use of pesticides in habitats where you want to...

Do not mash the material tight. Kitchen scraps, prunings and fresh plant material are all good examples. I even pulled some especially productive henbit that was taking over my front bed and added it.

The first official land concessions were signed in 1830: people would live in an autarkic way, growing coffee, tobacco, vanilla, fruits and vegetables. Salazie is one of those three cirques (not circus!) formed by exploding volcanoes a long long time...

It is an in-depth study into the culture and peoples who craft these wonderful works of art. Many mountain grocery stores accepted baskets as barter for food and without this practice; many Appalachian families would have gone hungry.

These provide an easy source of material, although you'll want to make sure there is some diversity.Though succulents are the preferred source of living wreath material, other plants that are groundcovers or low growing plants may also be used.

(The eyebolts' shafts will hang down through these.) The outside diameter of the eye is about an inch, so use a 3/4-inch spade bit to drill the holes, which is small enough to keep the eyebolt from falling through the hole.

Add the cost of thistle for the summer Goldfinches, and I'm spending almost $150 a year to enjoy the wildlife in my gardens. My birdseed bill last winter was right around $100. When cold weather sets in, bird-watching from my kitchen window is a lively...

And the trap door area was dry, despite the frequent rain showers.I've been really pleased with the lack of odor and stability of the composter. I let this batch slightly dry before raking them.

Many desirable birds like it while squirrels and many undesirable birds do not. For added protection, grease the pole with vegetable oil to make it extra slippery.– Squirrels will eat most kinds of bird seed, but there are a few they don't like.

I did made a mistake a few weeks ago by adding fresh watermelon rind to the composter. The company graciously sent me a unit to use and review, so I'm sharing my experiences in a series of three articles.

Eventually, unless you live in a huge property, you can pretty much eliminate your current gopher problem. This will not only tell you where to look for gophers coming out, but it will also help you learn how the tunnel system is organized.

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We hope you find these questions (and answers, penned by our admins and writers) helpful as you grow your gardening knowledge! Another no-no is beans and onions, and I can see how this could possibly cause a bit of an issue, but haven't had any problems...