Molly Jasinski

Summer is the perfect season to photograph colorful birds. Enjoy gorgeous photos of hummingbirds, shorebirds, songbirds and more.

Choose one of these hummingbird bushes to attract more fliers to your yard. Hummingbirds simply adore these flowering, nectar-rich shrubs.

Should you use eggshells in the garden? Readers offer their best garden hacks and tips for getting the most out of backyard activities.

Plant a firethorn bush in your backyard to welcome birds and bees while providing year-round beauty. This shrub features colorful fruit and pretty flowers.

Get tips for growing pollinator-friendly verbena bonariensis, known as tall verbena. Plus, learn where you shouldn’t plant this perennial.

Want to attract bluebirds to nest in your yard? Make a bluebird box! These DIY bluebird house plans meet the birds’ nesting requirements.

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

Learn swan facts, including what swans eat, why they’re known as a symbol of love and how many swan species call North America home.

Learn more about silver-spotted skippers, including how to identify these butterflies and how to attract them to your backyard.

Follow these simple suggestions for keeping cool and avoiding the heat of summer while gardening in the hottest season.