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The snow and bitter cold in recent days has driven me inside for most of my time. I still make it a point to visit the garden daily, if only ...

Make sure to check that all the food is suitable for wild garden birds. You can use dried fruit, plain popcorn, chunks of apple and pear, fresh or dried berries. When the garland is full ...

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And for keeping pesky squirrels at bay, "Strong chilli powder or pepper sauce (like tabasco) can be shaken onto bird food.

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