• August 15: Full Moon
• August 30: New Moon
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• Breeding activity continues for American Goldfinches and Cedar Waxwings.
• Hummingbird activity at birdfeeders peaks in August. It can be a busy time at hummingbird feeders so keep them clean and the nectar fresh.
• August is the last full month to enjoy hummingbirds before they migrate in September.
• Turtle eggs hatch.
• Fall warbler migration begins.
• Flocks of nighthawks can be seen late in the month.
• It's a good time to plant grass seed - germination is better in the fall due to warm soil and reduced weed problems.
• Newly-planted trees over 6' should be staked to prevent top from bending in harsh winter. Pine bark mulch also helps protect roots.
• American Goldfinches finish nesting late this month. Watch for the wing quiver and listen for the begging calls of the young birds.
• Mark open garden spots with rocks to help place new flowering bulbs.
• Phlox, Asters and Goldenrod begin to bloom in August and last until September.
• Most Chimney Swifts and Purple Martins are gone by end of month.
• Perseids Meteor shower occurs mid-month.

Print this page and hang it on your fridge to refer to all month long!

 

Current Moon Phase

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