Garden with Wisconsin Homemaker

A garden insect to avoid, the Puss Caterpillar, is the larval version of the adult Southern Flannel Moth and a danger for all gardeners. Gardeners Beware – The Dangerous Puss Caterpillar One of the garden insects to avoid, a Puss Caterpillar, is the larval version of the adult Southern Flannel Moth and a danger for […]

One of the most shy garden insects, the Hummingbird Moth (Hawk or Sphinx Moth), is a perennial favorite that seeks nectar-rich flowers much like hummingbirds and butterflies. A Garden Treat: Hummingbird Moth (aka Hawk or Sphinx Moth) Hummingbird Moths (aka Hawk or Sphinx Moth) are definitely a garden treat here in Wisconsin. Recently I saw […]

If you are a diehard weekend gardener and you love to get down and dirty with nature, then you’ll definitely love these five super DIY weekend garden projects. I like the idea of completing smaller garden projects over the weekend. Not only does it offer me the sense that I’ve accomplished something “big” but it […]

Easy recipe to make Homemade Hummingbird Nectar or sugar water that will definitely keep the hummingbirds coming to your feeders all season long. If you want to attract hummingbirds to your yard this summer, then you’ll need to provide them not only with a garden full of attractive flowers but also feeders full of this […]

Love the idea of attracting birds to your yard? Then you’ll love it even better when you discover these five benefits of backyard bird gardens. If you’ve considered the idea of creating a bird garden in your yard, maybe now’s the time to make this a reality. Not only do birds offer loads of enjoyment for […]

Discover how to attract birds to your yard in three easy steps that will create a rich and diverse bird habitat and that will keep them coming year after year. For many people there’s a satisfaction knowing that you are helping the environment and adding a bit of beauty to the world when you attract […]