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Monthly Archives: May 2010

Great Gift Ideas for Dads on Father’s Day

May 27, 2010 – 2:18 pm

Father’s Day is less than a month away and finding a gift for your dad can be a challenge if your dad has everything he needs or wants. When selecting a gift for your dad, it is important to think about the types of hobbies or activities that your dad enjoys doing to avoid getting [...]

Give Your Annuals and Perrenials a Boost with a Plant Fertilizer

May 24, 2010 – 3:23 pm

When planting your annuals and perennials this spring, don’t forget to add the plant fertilizer when planting and giving them plant fertilizer on a regular basis. It is important to use plant fertilizer whether you are starting your garden or maintaining it because it helps your plant’s roots to grow healthier and stronger and you [...]

Give Your Garden a Great Start with the Right Soil

May 18, 2010 – 2:46 pm

When planning your summer garden, it is important to think about the type of soil that exists in the ground or in your flower beds before you start planting your plants, flowers, vegetables and more. Most ground soil is ok for growing plants, but if you want your plants to really thrive and grow to be big and beautiful all summer long, [...]

By WildBirds | Posted in Fertilizers / Seed and Weed Control | Tagged garden soil | Comments (0)

Tree Planting Tips for a Healthy Tree

May 10, 2010 – 3:05 pm

Planting a tree in your yard can make a huge improvement in the appearance of your yard and can offer you many additional benefits. After you have spent time and money picking out the perfect tree for your yard, you will want to make sure that your tree is properly planted and care for in order for it [...]

By WildBirds | Posted in Plant Supports and Tree Stakes | Tagged tree planting | Comments (0)

Keep Ants Out of Your Home

May 6, 2010 – 12:49 pm

When the weather gets warmer, ants can make their first appearance in your home. Ants can get into small cracks or opening in the exterior of your home and can make your home a permanent residence by building an ant colony. Getting rid of ants after the colony is built is not an easy task. To help [...]

By WildBirds | Posted in Crawling Insect Killers (Ant Killers) | Tagged ant killer, pesticide | Comments (0)