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Plan Your Habitat Garden

Plan Your Habitat Garden

Have you been thinking about creating a more intentional space for wildlife, but you’re not sure where to start? I’m here to tell you that you just need to start somewhere, and the best time to start is now. I'm also here to help! So make yourself a cup of hot coffee or tea, and grab a pen and paper. Set some goals and make some notes. A little planning now will go a long way to help you achieve your overall vision, and to help you conserve wildlife right where you are.

The Power of Photoperiod

The Power of Photoperiod

At this time of year we are gaining three minutes of daylight per day! That's the biggest jump we'll see all year. If that's not reason to celebrate, than what is?!

Lengthening days are a sign of spring to those of us with cabin fever, while plants and animals take this cue as a signal that the most favorable conditions for reproduction are upon them.

Attracting Bluebirds without Boxes

Attracting Bluebirds without Boxes

I’m delighted to report that we might finally have bluebirds nesting in our home habitat. We’ve lived here in Poland Spring for over a decade, and have never put up a nest box…