Having chickens is a bunch of fun, but there are some things - actually a bunch of things - that you should consider, especially in summer. In today's episode, I share some ideas.

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Were you thinking of adding hanging baskets everywhere? Loads of pots on the patio? A bunch of raised beds scattered about? Today I'm sharing some thoughts before you go wild....

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To get the full benefit - if you will - of your outdoor space, I always recommend a Peace Place. A place where you can find refuge, take a breath or escape from whatever you need to for a few minutes. These are some ideas to help you get started.

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Want to attract more pollinators to your yard? These are my Top 10 picks (off the top of my head) that will get you off to a great start - easily!

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It's been amazing to me that when we add something to our suburban backyard, nature finds it! Adding ponds to our outdoor area has gained us an amazing up-close-and-personal view of dragonfly life cycles. In 2 out of our 3 ponds, dragonflies have laid eggs and we've watched them mature and become new dragonflies! Check out the beautiful images on my website: www.BackyardColumbus.com

Check out the pond how-to on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_n75cHHX_lo

It's baby bird season! What do you do if you find one? It happened to me last week and I'll share my experience. While I'm at it, I may as well share with you how to attract birds to your garden in the first place, don't ya think?

Check out my blog for my info on gardening for birds, butterflies and you!

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Have you had trouble with tomatoes in the past? In this episode, I share a few tips that have helped me as a backyard gardener have a bit more success than the average person. I hope it helps and you have a tasty garden this season!

More gardening and habitat tips and ideas on my website:

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What to do with the shady side of your house? There are LOADS of choices and lots of shade loving plants native to Ohio (or your area) can be found! In this episode, I share some ideas for the often forgotten side of the house.

Check out my website for more ideas (and lots of other ideas, too!): www.backyardcolumbus.com

Creating an edible landscape can provide beauty and food for you and wildlife in your suburban landscaping plans. Adding in edible elements isn't complicated and can provide you with years of tasty treats in your own backyard.

Great resource: https://a.co/d/51jrVjL Edible Landscaping with a Permaculture Twist by Michael Judd

In this episode, I share ideas on how to get beyond the generic gardens filled with boxwoods and barberry bushes. Doing better isn't complicated if you have the right info and that's why I made this episode! Easy to implement ideas to make your yard a beautiful and useful place to come home to.

Get ideas on my website with LOADS of useful links: https://www.backyardcolumbus.com/post/beyond-basic-landscaping