Welcoming wildlife into a small, urban, outdoor space can seem tricky at first. For those with just a balcony or courtyard to work with, you can't just dig into soil to make a pollinator-friendly ...

"You've inspired me." Homeowner thrilled after unexpected visitor visits new backyard pond: 'What a lovely reward' first appeared on The Cool Down.

It’s a warm, sunny afternoon and a monarch butterfly lands on a purple coneflower. Next to it, a Ruby-throated Hummingbird hovers, sipping from the bright red blossoms of a cardinal flower. You might ...