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Jill Staake

Jill Staake

Experience

Jill lives in Tampa, Florida, and writes about gardening, butterflies, outdoor projects and birding. When she's not gardening, you'll find her reading, traveling and happily digging her toes into the sand on the beach.

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Articles

Our Favorite Hummingbird Books for Bird Lovers

Need a present for a hummingbird fan who loves books? Check out our favorite books about hummingbirds, including field guides and a coloring book.

Attract Indigo Buntings With Their Favorite Foods

With a little landscape planning and their favorite types of seed at your bird feeder, you can attract indigo buntings and enjoy their brilliant beauty.

10 Seed Catalogs Every Gardener Needs

Growing flowers and vegetables from seed gives you more choices and saves money. Here are 10 great seed catalogs to check out.