Native Plants in Your Backyard Garden
Add beauty and wildlife habitat value to your yard by using native plants! We all know about using feeders to provide food for birds. But did you know that the landscaping choices you make can also provide for birds? And bees, butterflies and other wildlife? There are many great sources for info on native plants. […]
Do Your Part by Helping Matthews Maintain Its Community Wildlife Habitat Status
Are you a wildlife lover? Are you a bird watcher? Do you love to see butterflies in your yard? Do you have a Matthews mailing address (28104, 28105 or 28106)? If you answered yes to any of these questions, YOU can be part of Matthews Naturally. In 2012, Matthews became the 4th community in North Carolina and the […]
Excuse me…what did you say?
Have you noticed that the birds are singing a lot more lately now that Spring is here? Ever wondered what they are saying? According to Sally Roth, author of The Backyard Bird Lover’s Ultimate How To Guide, there are three distinct kinds of bird calls that everyone can learn. Dominance First is “dominance.” This is […]
Creating a Backyard Wildlife Habitat
Landscaping for wildlife can be as easy as planting a couple of bushes, or as complex as your gardening interest will carry you. The four essential ingredients are: food, water, shelter and places to raise young. Start by examining what your yard already provides. Then introduce new elements to supplement and enhance this site for wildlife. […]