No Sprout Bird Seed
Show of hands. How many of you have weed sprouts under your bird feeders right now? I used to! Until I learned this no sprout bird seed secret.
Backyard Bird Feeding
Backyard Bird Feeding focuses on attracting and supporting birds through thoughtful feeding practices and habitat care. From choosing the right seed blends to making homemade suet and drying fruit for winter feeding, this category offers practical guidance for creating a bird-friendly yard.
You’ll find tips on feeder placement, seasonal feeding strategies, managing pests at feeders, and understanding which foods attract specific bird species. Feeding birds is more than just filling a feeder — it’s about providing reliable food sources that complement native plants and natural habitats.
Whether you’re hoping to attract goldfinches, woodpeckers, chickadees, or migrating songbirds, this space helps you support backyard wildlife in a way that is safe, sustainable, and rewarding.
When Do the Hummingbirds Return
When Do Hummingbirds Return in Spring?
Each spring, one of the most common backyard bird questions is: When do hummingbirds return? The answer depends on where you live, but in Wisconsin and much of the Upper Midwest, hummingbirds usually begin showing up in late April to early May.