Why add birds to your garden? Their flashes of color, the entertainment they provide and their natural pest controlling abilities would be high on the list of advantages. But how can you attract birds? Well, they need four main things for basic survival: shelter, nesting sites, food and water. Shelter…

It's spring! While we are grateful that the temps are raising and the sun is shining (mostly), there are some new critters on the block worth knowing about that could affect your home and garden! Jumping worms found their way into Dane County gardens about five years ago and have…

The key to success in managing damage caused by wildlife is first and foremost to correctly identify the species doing the damage. Rabbits, for example, have strong front teeth which cause pruning like damage (a clean cut). Usually a sharp 45 degree angle that is at or below one foot…

What would a garden be without the music of birds? Spring is the perfect time to think about ways to encourage birds to take up residence in your garden.  During this mad-dash of territory conflicts and courtship rituals our birds need to find food, water, mates and a home to…