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Molly Jasinski

Molly Jasinski is a writer, editor and social media manager for Birds & Blooms. She enjoys watching the robins, cardinals and occasional goldfinch seen around her apartment.
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Butterfly Anatomy: Everything You Need to Know

Butterfly anatomy is amazing! Get a closer look at some incredible butterfly features, including the wings, feet, antennae and more!

Are These Mallards Wild or Domestic Ducks?

If you spotted a mallard with unique coloring it might be a domestic duck. See...

Grow a Berry Heavy Gold Winterberry Bush for Beauty and the Birds

Liven up cold-season gardens and homes with this gorgeous winterberry bush. Berry Heavy Gold is...

Attract Spicebush Swallowtail Butterflies and Caterpillars

Learn how to identify a spicebush swallowtail butterfly and caterpillar. Plus get tips to attract...

How to Deter Groundhogs (and Keep Them Out of Your Garden)

Groundhogs can be destructive backyard pests that devour your plants. Follow a garden expert's advice...

Butterflies and Hummingbirds Love Tall Verbena

Get tips for growing pollinator-friendly tall verbena. Plus, learn where you should and shouldn't plant...

How to Identify a Blue Gray Gnatcatcher

See pictures of a blue gray gnatcatcher. Plus, find out where these small songbirds live,...

8 Beneficial Insects You Want to See in Your Garden

These beneficial insects are ready to lend a helping hand in your yard and garden...

Will Butterflies Visit Your Sugar Water Feeder?

Some butterflies will actually visit hummingbird feeders! Learn more about offering fruit and sugar water...

6 Genius Ways to Use Up Extra Tomatoes and Veggies

Is your garden too productive this year? Not sure what to do with all of...

Raising Monarch Butterflies: What You Need to Know

Find out how to raise monarch butterflies and and see what supplies you need. Plus,...

17 Beautiful Butterfly Pictures You HAVE to See

Celebrate the joy of butterflies by checking out beautiful butterfly pictures of monarchs, fritillaries, swallowtails...

21 Hummingbird Feeders, Supplies and Accessories

Attract more tiny fliers by adding hummingbird feeders to your yard. Plus, we found the...

18 Books About Birding and Gardening to Read Now

If you love birdwatching, flower gardens and vegetable gardens, check out our favorite books about...

Faithful or a Fling: Do Hummingbirds Mate for Life?

Find out what experts say about the question: Do hummingbirds mate for life? Also learn...

Gardeners Share Their Top Container Gardening Ideas

Gardeners reveal their best container gardening ideas. Plus get inspired by gorgeous container combinations from...

7 Best Seed Storage Containers and Boxes

Stay organized this growing season by storing your seed packets in a useful seed storage...
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How to Get Rid of Bermuda Grass in Your Garden

Bermuda grass is drought and heat tolerant but can be aggressive. Get hints on how...

14 Cute Cactus Gifts for Cactus Lovers

Whether you love cacti or know someone who does, these gifts ideas for cactus lovers...

No Mess Bird Feeders to Keep Your Yard Clean

Experts share what to look for when shopping for no mess bird feeder options to...

7 Large Capacity Bird Feeders to Feed a Crowd

Want to feed more birds? Find the perfect large capacity bird feeder to attract lots...

Watch for the White Peacock Butterfly in the South

Keep an eye out for the beautiful white peacock butterfly year-round in southeastern wetlands and...

This Is Why You Should Grow a Firethorn Bush

Plant a firethorn bush in your backyard to welcome birds and bees while providing year-round...

6 Bird Beak Types and How Birds Use Them to Eat

Bird beaks have a variety of shapes and purposes. Here are the most common bird...

Christmas Bird Count: Start a New Holiday Tradition

Learn more about a popular annual birdwatching tradition called the Christmas Bird Count. Plus, find...