Posted on April 6, 2020 by The Art of Ecology
Are you going stir-crazy and desparate to find something to do? Below is a list of some of my favorite DIY ideas to inspire you! These are all projects that in some way benefit the environment, either by creating valuable habitat for wildlife or by reducing your own Carbon Footprint! DIY Projects to Benefit Wildlife …
Category: Backyard Habitats, DIY Creations, Gardening, sustainability, The Art of Ecology Tags: art, backyard habitat, creation, diy, eco-friendly, education, Gardening, nature, projects, quarantine, recycle, social distancing, upcycle, wildlife habitat
Posted on March 16, 2020 by The Art of Ecology
In past posts, I’ve talked about how pollinators are attracted to certain flowers, and even how flowers have adapted their coloration or structure to better suit pollinators. Did you know that humans, way back in the 1700s, thought about using that sort of botanical and ecological knowledge to OUR advantage? In 1751, Carl Linnaeus (the …
Category: Flowers, Gardening, Plants, Seasons, The Art of Ecology Tags: diy, Flowers, Gardening, gardening idea, get outside, Plants, pollinator garden, wildflowers
Posted on February 5, 2020 by The Art of Ecology
As an avid gardener who loves nothing more than to stick my hands in the warm soil and making sure that the plants provide a great space for wildlife, I have SUCH a hard time in the winter! I’ve overwintered my perennials, spread out leaves, and keep a careful eye out for little buds to …
Category: Gardening, Plants, Seasons, The Art of Ecology Tags: aquaponics, diy, Gardening, houseplant, hydroponics, indoor gardening, natural living, plant care, plant therapy, Plants, winter
Posted on March 18, 2018 by The Art of Ecology
Snakes are wonderful for so many reasons! I can see it, some of you are thrilled by this and others…. not so much, but yes – snakes are good, even if they’re not your cup of tea. Snakes don’t have to be your favorite animal for you to realize that they play a vital role …
Category: Animals, Backyard Habitats, conservation, The Art of Ecology, Wildlife Behavior Tags: Animals, backyard habitat, conservation, diy, ecology, ecosystem, environment, food chain, habitats, hibernaculum, nature, pennsylvania, reptiles, snake, snake home, wildlife, Wildlife Behavior, wildlife habitat
Keep Climate Threatened Backyard Birds happy this winter! Register for my Virtual DIY Bird Feeder Workshop (January 18th, 6pm) in the shop! Dismiss