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Lori Vanover

Lori Vanover is the senior digital editor for Birds & Blooms. She enjoys growing vegetables in containers and raised beds and watching for birds in her backyard.
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5 Steps for Preparing a Garden for Spring

It's time to start thinking about how to get ready for a new growing season. Here's what to do when preparing a garden for spring.

The Best Lowes Black Friday Deals for 2020

You won't want to miss these Black Friday 2020 deals at Lowes, with deals on...

I Tried an AeroGarden—Here’s What I Thought

No green thumb, no problem! The AeroGarden makes indoor gardening easy.

The Home Depot’s Black Friday Deals Are Here and They’re Incredible

The Home Depot reinvented Black Friday sales with major deals through November. Grab great deals...

Our Favorite Deals at Walmart for Black Friday 2020

Walmart is adding 100+ new deals for Black Friday. Check out the items that we're...

17 Gifts for Bee Lovers That Are Worth Buzzing About

You'd better bee-lieve we're buzzing with excitement over these awesome finds! These gifts will delight...

Waxwing ID Tips: Bohemian Waxwings vs Cedar Waxwings

Know what to look for the next time an elegant waxwing feasts on your berry...

Irruption Alert: Look for Evening Grosbeaks at Bird Feeders

Backyard birders should watch for evening grosbeaks in winter 2020. The annual finch forecast also...

20 Incredibly Cute Chickadee Pictures

Chickadees are friendly and adorable birds. Check out super cute chickadee pictures captured by backyard...

What Does a Cardinal’s Call Sound Like?

Northern cardinals are one of the few bird species with both male and female singers....

5 Green Gift Ideas to Help Pollinators and Our Planet

If you want to give a gift that helps birds, bees and more, consider these...

The Best Bird Feeder Deals on Amazon Right Now

Need a new bird feeder? Get your clicking fingers ready and hurry before these hot...

Indoor Plants and Gardening Supplies We Can’t Stop Buying on Amazon

Get your clicking finger ready because Amazon is rolling out amazing deals on gardening supplies—including...

This Is the Best Time of Year to Score a Deal on Hunter Boots

Hunter Boots keep your feet comfy and dry for nature walks and gardening. Shop Walmart's...

5 Top-Rated Binoculars for Every Kind of Birdwatcher

Jump-start your new birdwatching hobby with binoculars that are perfect for the whole family!

10 Easy-to-Grow Houseplants All Plant Parents Need

Calling all gardeners! We found 10 low-maintenance houseplants sold on Amazon.com that will beautify your...

Where Do Hummingbirds Migrate in Winter?

As the weather turns colder, hummingbirds migrate to places where food is plentiful. Find out...

Our Top 10 Favorite Sports Team Bird Mascots

Cheer for these professional football, baseball, basketball and hockey teams with bird mascots!

15 Outstanding Pictures of Owls

Admire these spectacular reader photos of owl species found across America, including snowy owls, burrowing...

8 Beautiful Bird Face Masks Available on Etsy

Stay healthy and show off your love of birding, gardening and nature with these lovely...

Discover the Truth About Common Hummingbird Myths

Should you add red dye to hummingbird feeders? Find out as we separate hummingbird myths...