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If hummingbirds in your area need extra help finding the feeder in your yard, consider adding one of these attractive cut flowers to pique their interest.

The Sweet Garden Flower You Can Use As Hummingbird Bait On Your Feeder

If your kitties are trying to chew on your houseplants, perhaps it's time to grow them some plants of their own. Here's how to grow cat grass for your felines.

How To Grow Cat Grass For All Its Benefits To Your Furry Friend

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Panda ants are actually wasps masquerading as an adorable ant, with black and white females possessing stingers half as long as their entire bodies.

Panda ant: The wasps whose black and white females have giant stingers and parasitic babies

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Nature lovers everywhere know just how brutal things can be in the wild. And when it comes to survival of the fittest, sometimes that brutality comes from the most unlikely of places, like the docile-looking praying mantis. Thanks to alleged backyard footage, we now know just how fierce the praying mantis can be, especially when one turns their focus to eating something as adorable as a hummingbird. But, is there any truth to the stop-motion footage? Or is it doctored to make it look like the large bug is taking a bite out of the tiny bird? Keep reading to...

Horrifying Video Shows a Praying Mantis Eating a Hummingbird — but Is It Real?

Dealing with crabgrass in your lawn? This pesky weed can quickly take over and ruin the look of your yard, especially during the spring and summer. But don't worry—with a bit of know-how and persistence, you can effectively control and prevent crabgrass to keep your lawn looking lush and healthy all year round. We've got all the details you need to know right here, including tips from gardening experts on how to identify, remove, and prevent crabgrass.

How to Get Rid of Crabgrass in Your Lawn

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We all know people with a ‘sixth sense’ who seem to be just a little more in tune with the world than everyone else. Do you know which zodiac signs they probably are? We can’t be sure, but we’ll share the three signs most likely to have that bonus sense. Having six senses can be a burden and a blessing, and you just may find if you are one of these three signs that some things in your life can be explained by having an extra sense.

3 Zodiac Signs Who Have A Great Sixth Sense

If your bird feeder is being overrun by squirrels, there is a solution you can DIY. This squirrel-proof pole ensures the birds get the feeder all to themselves.

The Best Squirrel-Proof Bird Feeder Pole Is One You Can Make Yourself

Can animals predict the weather? Some people think that an abandoned hummingbird feeder means a storm is brewing. How much truth is there to the lore?

Could Your Abandoned Hummingbird Feeder Be A Sign That A Storm Is Coming?

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ONLY those with 20/20 vision can spot the deer hidden in the greenery in under 10 seconds. Think you have what it takes to beat the optical illusion? You may want to think again... Reddit user Eatmypixel posted the picture and challenged others to "find the deer watching you." While...

Everyone can see the trees and shrubs but you have 20/20 vision if you can spot the deer hiding in under 10 seconds

The Midwest states of the U.S. have a variety of beautiful birds that can add to the scenery of your yard. Here's how to attract the most gorgeous of them all.

Gorgeous Midwest Birds You'll Want To Try Attracting To Your Yard

Gardening Know How

Fill your garden with multitasking plants that ward off pesky mosquitos with their aromatic scent, while attracting precious pollinators with beautiful flowers.

7 Plants That Mosquitoes Hate But Butterflies Love – It’s Win, Win

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

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Marriage is a significant life decision that requires extreme commitment, understanding, devotion and a heck of a lot of compromise. While many people dream of a lifelong partnership, others find the concept of marriage challenging. Astrology offers insights into personality traits and behaviors, suggesting that certain zodiac signs might face more difficulties in maintaining a traditional marital relationship. This article explores the five zodiac signs that are often considered less suited for marriage due to their unique characteristics and tendencies when it comes to lifelong commitment.

The 5 Zodiac Signs Not Meant for Matrimony

When you want to store your lawn mower out of sight, you have several options, including this TikTok DIY project using a pull-out storage shelf.

The Smart Lawn Mower Storage Solution That'll Keep Your Machine Hidden From View

Hydrogen peroxide is a nearly universal disinfectant and cleaner, but if you use it on your copper, you could be doing serious damage to the metal.

Never Use Hydrogen Peroxide To Clean Copper Surfaces. Do This Instead

If you’ve ever had your garden ravaged by deer and rabbits, you know how frustrating it can be. Fortunately, there are many beautiful perennials that these animals typically avoid, allowing you to enjoy a vibrant garden without constantly battling these hungry visitors. From fragrant herbs to unique flowers, these deer and rabbit-resistant plants can help create a stunning and resilient landscape.

15 Perennials That Deer and Rabbits Avoid

Alameda, CA

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South Shore Center’s free outdoor concerts are popular for three good reasons: the music is great, the balmy Alameda midsummer weather is perfect, and every purchase of beer or wine helps to provide a free backpack and fresh school supplies for public school students here in Alameda.

South Shore Center Hosting Free Concerts Throughout July

Every item on this page was chosen by a The Pioneer Woman editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. Does this sound familiar? You’ve spent countless hours tending to your garden, nurturing each plant with care and dedication, only to have deer wander in and devour all your hard work! It can be extremely frustrating to see your beautiful spring and summer flowers and carefully cultivated vegetable garden reduced to mere stems. But don’t worry—there are effective strategies to keep these pretty yet persistent visitors at bay. We even talked to a gardening expert to get tips on how to keep deer out of your garden. Whether you're dealing with curious fawns or seasoned adults, these proven methods can help you reclaim your garden and enjoy its beauty without the constant worry of deer damage. But first, you need to be able to identify whether deer are indeed paying visits to your garden.

How to Keep Deer Out of Your Garden

If you have spinach plants in your garden and want to help them thrive, here are 16 vegetables that will encourage growth and deter any would-be pests.

16 Vegetables That Pair Well With Spinach In The Garden

If you want a unique addition to your yard or garden, look no further than this black ornamental grass that will beautifully offset its neighboring plants.

17 Predators That Could Be Eating Hummingbirds In Your Yard & Garden

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