Feeding birds in your backyard is a rewarding way to connect with nature and support local wildlife. However, not all bird species are attracted to the same types of seeds, and offering the right ...

First of all, it's important to consider that not all seeds can be saved for planting. It all comes down to the variety you have – and there's a certain type that won't produce quality pumpkins.

Safflower seeds are also much loved by a number of other bird species, including chickadees, doves, and grosbeaks. Even better, pesky species like house sparrows and European starlings aren’t big fans ...

Saving pumpkin seeds for planting next season isn't difficult, but it is time consuming. Overall, it takes about a month to prep your seeds before you're ready to store until it's time to plant in ...

— Select 10 to 20 seeds and roll them up in a damp paper towel. (Rolling the towel will help keep them separate.) — Place the towel in a plastic bag. It is a good idea to label the bag with ...

Best seeds for late-May planting The Lift WDIO Updated: May 20, 2025 - 3:18 PM Published: May 20, 2025 - 2:35 PM ...

Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius) seeds have a bitter taste, and since birds have very few taste buds, they don't notice the flavor. Humans and rodents have around 10,000 taste buds, while a ...

Mistake #1 Not reading the planting instructions. By not doing so, you may end up planting the seeds at the wrong time or placing them in an environment where they may not grow, says Davis.