WEB PLUS
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Heather Lamb, Editor |
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Although the official start of summer still is a couple weeks away, in most areas, the backyard signs of warmer weather have been noticeable for a while now. Migrating birds have returned, nesting is under way and spring flowers have faded to make room for summertime favorites.
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We hope you’re enjoying the June/July issue of Birds & Blooms. Many of you have already logged on to our newly expanded Web site to take advantage of the special subscriber-only Plus content we’re offering. If you haven’t already checked it out, here’s your chance because we’re adding even more bonus features for you.
In this month’s Web Plus, we celebrate some of the birds and blooms that make summer special. Get tried-and-true tips to Set the Table for Hummingbirds, learn how to use an old juice jug to make an attractive Recycled Bird Feeder, and get the low-down on choosing the right fertilizer for your garden from expert Melinda Myers in Understanding Soil
Now is a great time to visit our updated Web site. We’ve added a searchable “Glad You Asked!” database, hummingbird stories and ideas in Hummingbird Central, photo galleries, a guide to Most Wanted Birds and much, much more.
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Set the Table for Hummingbirds Creative ways to attract “flying jewels.” See readers’ best tips |
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Recycled Bird Feeder Build this attractive and easy project. Get plans |
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Perfect Perennials - p.26
Cut Gladiolus
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Top Bird Foods - p. 54
Raise Sphinx Moths
We’re also in the process of mailing the July issue of Birds & Blooms EXTRA (subscribers should be receiving it soon), which is packed with fun stories and lots of practical backyard tips that are perfect for summer.
Birds & Blooms EXTRA is published on the months "in between" Birds & Blooms so you can enjoy your favorite birds, flowers and butterflies every month of the year! Subscribe to Birds & Blooms EXTRA today and get 2 years for the price of 1! Click here for details.
Those of you who subscribe to Birds & Blooms EXTRA have special access to four bonus stories that are for Extra subscribers only. For gardeners, there are 25 Perfect Perennials for sun or shade from green thumb Diane Gustus, plus simple tips to make Cut Gladiolus really last. Bird enthusiasts will want to check out Top Bird Foods, which lists the best foods to attract 19 different species and reveals the one all-time best seed. You can also learn how to Raise Sphinx Moths to get a true up-close look at these amazing fliers.
Until next month, enjoy your backyard!
Enjoy!
—Heather Lamb, Editor
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Cut Gladiolus Create bouquets that will really last. Learn how |
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Raise Sphinx Moths Witness their metamorphosis. How to get started |
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