Wildlife Gardening Journal

Why Gardeners Should Love Flies

I've already sung the praises of hover flies and dragonflies, so it should not surprise anyone that I can find room in my heart to appreciate the varied other flies that grace my gardens. I get it, when we think of pollinators, we tend to think of bees and butterflies; they are glorious after all. But ...

The Joy of Being a Wildlife Gardener: Wally and Wallaby

Wildlife gardening comes with its joys and frustrations. This week, I was reminded why all this hard work is so rewarding, and not just for me. Wally A young Plain-Bellied watersnake we dubbed "Wally." Very soon after installing a pre-formed pond in our front yard, I noticed we had a small, slithery visitor: ...