Light Up the Night

Discover what makes lightning bugs so eaptivating.

Ask the Experts

Summer plants that monarchs love, hummingbird habits and more!

Golden Moments

The haze of summer offers prime conditions for bird-watching.

Succulents for Pollinators

Discover drought tolerant plants that provide nectar for bees, butterflies and birds.

Best New Dahlias

One-of-a-kind introductions that offer a variety of blooms and sizes.

Scrub, Rinse, Repeat

What you should use to clean feeders and how often to do it to keep birds healthy.

oops! COMMON TOMATO MISTAKES

Vine-ripe tomatoes are some of summer’s great joys —here’s how to avoid 11 missteps and harvest a bumper crop.

Hummingbird tales

EACH EVENING during our family vacation in Ridgedale, Missouri, a female ruby-throated hummingbird passed through the branches of a tree just off our porch. I brought my camera out one night in anticipation of her arrival and, sure enough, there she was. I hung over the railing to grab a series of images. The light and the lovely bird were amazing and the blooms looked like fireworks. It's a great memory from a wonderful trip with family.

Defending Their Turf

Why hummingbirds guard their territories so fiercely.

Hummingbird Magnets

Attract these busy fliers with nectar-packed salvias.

Ask the Experts

Solving hummingbird mysteries, plant problems and much more.

mini marvels

HUMMINGBIRDS HAVE TRAITS THAT MAKE THEM ENTERTAINING, BUT THOSE SAME QUALITIES HELP THEM THRIVE.

perennial nectar favorites

Attract more hummingbirds year after year with flowers that require less time, maintenance and money.

Small and Feisty Fliers

Meet Calliope hummingbirds and attract them with native plants.

Growing Trends

Spring, the season of new garden beginnings, is upon us. Here are the crazes that four industry pros forecast for this year.

A Thrill of Color

Buntings always stand out in a crowd-learn where to find them and the field marks that set these birds apart.

Greet Grosbeaks

Attract rose-breasted grosbeaks with insects, fruits, seeds and plenty of room to perch.

Flights of Fancy

Painted lady butterflies rival monarchs in their migratory journeys.

Nature Reflections

Readers look back at their spring birding highlights.

New Plants for 2022

Find fresh flower varieties to spruce up your landscape.

Hanging Pretty

Design and create baskets brimming with gorgeous blooms and foliage.

FOR THE LOVE OF Mom

In honor of Mother's Day, readers reflect on plants with special meaning.

Get to know Goldfinches

American goldfinches may be common, but they're full of surprises.

Create a Safe a Bird Haven

"Dish out seeds in a healthy environment."

Hints of Spring

"Readers photograph birds in thawing backyards and parks."

Create a Wildlife Oasis

"10 easy ways to make your yard a better place for birds, bees, butterflies and more."

Along the Water's Edge

"Known for their fondness for life in wet habitats, wading birds can be found near lakes, swamps and more. Dive into these amazing reader photos."

Early-Blooming Shrubs

Greet spring with pretty plants that shine all season.

A true blue Trio

Find out which of the three North American bluebirds call your area home, and learn how to win them over with the right food and habitat.

Busy Bees

Fuzzy, gentle and efficient, mason bees are champion pollinators. Here's why you want to attract them to your garden.