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Contests

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 20:10:04 GMT

Acorn Winners

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 19:51:03 GMT

Bully Birds

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 14:08:21 GMT

For those of us who feed birds, there's nothing more frustrating than a flock of so-called bully birds descending on our backyard feeders.

Birds

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 17:04:37 GMT

Field for Butterflies

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 16:12:07 GMT

"Plant it and they will come" is the butterfly gardener's mantra. My field of dreams began in 1981, when a job transfer moved me from downtown Detroit to rural Kansas.

Container Challenge

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 20:27:35 GMT

Enter our Container Challenge to win cash!

Container Challenge Rules

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 18:51:23 GMT

Enter the Birds & Blooms Container Challenge for a chance to win cash.

Where's Webster?

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 17:27:59 GMT

Look for Webster, Birds & Blooms online mascot in this new find-the-object game.

Birds and Blooms Contest Winners

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 16:51:16 GMT

Black & Decker prize winners, Birds and Blooms

Community Hosts

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 15:41:23 GMT

Top 10 Drought Tolerant Plants

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 14:21:58 GMT

These plants not only have stunning appearances, but they are also drought tolerant. What an added bonus! They'll survive dry conditions while adding great color to your garden.

Top 10 Foolproof Plants

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 13:51:12 GMT

Even if your thumb is as brown as can be, you can still have a pretty landscape with these easy-to-grow plant picks.

Birds and Blooms: A Perfect Pair

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 12:11:46 GMT

Get tips on great flowers that birds will love.

Circles of Life

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 12:10:49 GMT

Bird banding has been around for more than 100 years, helping researchers gain amazing insight into the behavior and survival of the feathered friends around us. These small circles can give us valuable information about a bird, including its life span, migration pattern, social structure, reproductive success and population growth.

Birds & Blooms Terms and Conditions

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 21:43:26 GMT

Birds & Blooms Video Contest Terms and Conditions.

You Don't Say

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 17:26:14 GMT

Photos

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 17:21:12 GMT

Repairing Allium Blooms

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 17:15:09 GMT

Last spring, my allium blooms grew so heavy that they broke off of their stems. What can I do this year to keep it from happening again?

Calculating Fungicide for Apples

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 17:14:25 GMT

I have trouble calculating the amount of spray I need for my apples. Can I save what's left over for the next application?

Backyard a Mess?

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 17:13:18 GMT

Where do you begin when your backyard's a distaster? I have two dogs, four children and patchy grass.

Bring on the Birds

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 17:12:12 GMT

What will grow under my evergreen tree...and be able to attract birds and butterflies?

Ordering Burning Bushes

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 17:10:04 GMT

I think burning bush plants are lovely. How can I order one?

Winter Trees

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 17:08:07 GMT

Bare trees offer a great contrast against the bright blue sky.

Pinching Chrysanthemums

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 17:07:57 GMT

Every year, my hardy chrysanthemums start blooming in early July, even though I pinch them back. Am I doing something wrong?

Fresh Snow

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 17:07:46 GMT

Fresh snow fell among these bare trees creating a serene winter scene.

Tree Tops

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 17:07:24 GMT

A view from below looking up to the bright blue winter sky.

Icicles

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 17:07:04 GMT

A view of delicate icicles hanging from a winter tree.

Bittersweet

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 17:06:42 GMT

A bittersweet stem resting in the snow.

Pruning Clematis

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 17:06:31 GMT

When and how should I prune my clematis?

Frosty Leaves

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 17:06:21 GMT

Frost starts to cover a pile of leaves as the temperatures drop.

Frozen Solid

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 17:05:55 GMT

Ice has taken over the appearance of these tree branches. It's safe to say they're frozen solid.

Winning Combinations

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 17:05:20 GMT

I've read that planting tomatoes next to carrots increases yield and lessens insect damage. Are there other combinations to consider when planting my garden?

Tree Planted Too Deep?

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 17:04:07 GMT

I think my tree is planted too deeply. Is there anything I can do to help?

Fertilizing Established Gardens

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 17:02:51 GMT

I have an established perennial garden. How do I add organic matter and fertilizer to improve the soil without redoing the garden?

Forsythia Not Blooming

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 17:01:36 GMT

My forsythia has yet to bloom after many years of waiting. How can I get this shrub to unfurl its bright-yellow flowers in early spring?

Spraying Landscapes in Fall

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 17:01:21 GMT

Can I spray my landscape in fall to prevent disease problems next season?

Mystery Gourd

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 17:00:05 GMT

This basketball-sized yellow squash in my garden looks nothing like the picture on the seed packet it's from. What happened?

Hungry for Hollyhocks

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 16:58:03 GMT

Something is eating the leaves of my hollyhocks. What is causing this, and how can I prevent it?

Sunny Sunflower

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 16:57:03 GMT

This bright yellow sunflower is the epitome of the summer season.

Orange Poppy

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 16:56:41 GMT

The orange hue of this poppy really "pops" in the summer sun.