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There are many plants and flowers that are safe for your bird, some are even edible providing health benefits as well as tasty treats.  A great place to find healthy plants and information can be right in your own backyard so to speak. Check out plant sales sponsored by your local Master Gardeners Association and help support local volunteer gardeners and their special projects in your area. These groups may work with local food banks in providing fresh produce, youth groups such as 4H clubs, city beautification projects, and much more.  So when you purchase your safe bird plants and edible flowers for your birds, you are helping to give back to your community too. Check out our Pinterest Board:  Safe Plants and Edible Flowers for Birds  with lots of photos of safe plants and flowers.  Also be sure to visit our website at:  Safe Plants and Trees for Birds  for a more complete list of plants and trees that are considered safe for parrots. ...

Have you checked out your local Farmers Market yet? It's a great place to shop for your parrot. Fresh foods, organic foods, locally grown foods, super nutrition at reasonable prices. In the south, I already have some great food choices at my local market for my parrots such as strawberries, lots of fresh greens, non-acid tomatoes, and sweet potatoes, Visit your local farmers market and get to know the growers to find out the best time to shop, when certain foods will most likely be available,  You can also find some great starter plants for your own garden.  I purchased two cherry tomato plants myself this morning.  They are sweet small cherry tomatoes and my parrots and grandchildren love them.  I'm trying to decide whether to plant them in my flower bed or in some pots on the patio.  Either way, we will all enjoy them this summer. By shopping at your local farmers market for your parrots and yourself, you not only guarantee your food is sup...

Got the Spring Cleaning bug?  I think Spring is a great time  to thoroughly clean your Bird's Home and surrounding birdie area. Here are a few tips to help you out. Tip 1 -   Remember to remove bird from cage to fun play area with lots of toys and treats to keep your bird occupied before beginning cleaning project. As many of us know, some birds simply do not like anyone messing with their stuff.  So keeping them occupied elsewhere, hopefully, may keep them from noticing what you are up to. Tip 1 Rule:    Always respect the bird and his or her personal "things" if you value fingers and such. Tip 2 -  Remove all bird toys and perches from cage prior to cleaning. This is a great time to thoroughly inspect all toys for wear and tear and throw out anything that might not still be safe. Check for strings, shredded cloth or rope, bird poop that  can't  be cl...