Preventing Animals from Eating Your Bulbs
Squirrels, raccoons, chipmunks, moles and voles are known for digging up and eating tulip bulbs and crocus corms. They will go after other flower bulbs
Shauna Dobbie
February 13, 2026
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10 neat things about migrating birds
Every autumn, migrating birds in Canada take to the air in one of nature’s grandest spectacles. From tiny warblers to massive pelicans, billions
Canada's Local Gardener
November 5, 2025
10 Neat Things About Corvids, Crows, and Their Kin
The corvid family – crows, ravens, magpies, jays, and their kin – is as clever as it is fascinating. Known for their intelligence, adaptability, and
Shauna Dobbie
January 29, 2025
10 Neat Things About Squirrels in the Garden
Have you ever watched a squirrel darting around your garden, burying treasures or leaping between branches? These energetic visitors do more than entertain—they plant trees, deter pests, and even farm fungi! Discover 10 fascinating facts about squirrels and their surprising roles in gardens and ecosystems. They might just amaze you!
Canada's Local Gardener
January 8, 2025
Critters in the Garden: Voles & moles
Although voles and moles are different, the deterrents are similar. Moles tunnel under the ground and make runways just below the surface. This creates ridges
Canada's Local Gardener
July 16, 2024
Critters in the Garden: Rabbits
Little bunnies abound in the early days of spring and summer. Who can resist their soft furriness – you just want to hug the little
Canada's Local Gardener
July 15, 2024
Critters in the Garden: Deer
What to do about deer? They are gorgeous to look at with soft-coloured coats looking so sleek above their slender legs. Deer in the garden
Canada's Local Gardener
July 11, 2024
Good or Bad: The Impact of Thick Smoke on Animals and Plants
Thick smoke has recently blanketed Eastern Canada and the Prairies, affecting both animals and plants in various ways. We created this article to share with
Canada's Local Gardener
May 13, 2024
10 Neat Things About Wildlife in Winter
1. Bulking up. While many wildlife hibernate or hide away in dens in winter, others just bulk up by eating themselves silly all through fall.
Canada's Local Gardener
December 22, 2023
Feathered Friends: Is your bird seed mix poisoning your birds?
Feathered Friends with Sherrie Versluis Wild bird products are found almost anywhere these days at hardware stores, gardening centres, and even grocery stores and bulk
Canada's Local Gardener
February 25, 2023