The word “suet” refers to a hard type of white fat that’s found near the kidneys of cattle and, to some degree, sheep. People sometimes use suet in cooking (particularly in England) and in soap and candle making. This substance is also used to form nuts, seeds, and other bits of food into a solid cake form—and that’s what people refer to when discussing suet cakes for wild birds.
Wild birds, just like other creatures, need proper food to survive and thrive—and, in New York, you’ll likely see cardinals, finches, woodpeckers, tufted titmouses, and much more. Just like people, each bird species has unique preferences in what the...
Birds provide beauty and song in our backyards—and their presence is beneficial for people in many ways: as natural pest control, for pollination of crops, and more. To attract them, create a welcoming environment—and provide special care for them in...
As Autumn is in full swing and winter is on its way we shouldn’t forget our feathered friends. There are several reasons why bird lovers should still be feeding their backyard flock throughout the fall and winter months.
Gardening is a year round activity and certainly helps to get through the seemingly endless cold winter days. It can be quite pleasant to witness birds enjoying your garden. Like many of us, Birds are in survival mode during the winter months. If we...
All our Valuable Customers, Every Labor Day, I plead with our customers to remain engaged in their gardens. It's such a great time of year and our mantra has been Fall is For Planting!! Fall is also the only time of year that you should be plantin...
Planting Landscape Trees and Shrubs Think of the tree and/or shrubs you purchased as an investment, or as a new pet. How well your new nursery plant performs, depends on the way it is installed, and how you care for it during the first 2 years....
During winter months, we spend a lot of time looking for ways to help our customers, and the communities we serve. At a Trade show in Baltimore, we were looking for ways to improve our line of aquatic plants, and pond products. We found some great i...
I had two primary visions when we opened Decker's Nursery. I wanted it to be easier for homeowners and property managers to plant more trees and shrubs; and to provide a resource center for accurate information. It's been my experience that most tre...
Welcome to Decker's Nursery! In our latest YouTube video, we're diving into the wonderful world of planting annuals in planters. Join Conrad as he guides you through the step-by-step process of creating stunning displays of vibrant blooms right in yo...
Looking to protect your garden from pesky insects and harmful diseases? In our latest YouTube video, join us at Decker's Nursery as we delve into the world of insect and disease control, focusing on the convenience and effectiveness of hose end spray...
