More About Why Birds Need Your Garden More Than Ever in October 🐦
October is a critical month for birds. Migratory species pass through needing food and shelter, while year-round residents begin preparing for winter. A garden that supports them now makes a real difference.
· Leave seed heads standing rather than cutting back: Sunflowers, coneflowers, and ornamental grasses all carry seeds that feed birds through fall and winter. Resist the urge to tidy everything up and let the garden feed its visitors.
· Native shrubs with berries provide critical fuel: Viburnums, holly, and beautyberry are relied upon by migrating and resident birds alike. Berries on these plants are not just decorative, they are an essential food source. 🎒
· Water sources matter as much as food: A clean, shallow birdbath kept free of ice gives birds what they need when natural water becomes scarce.
Make your garden a refuge for birds this October. Contact Gilbertie's Organic Garden Center in Westport for native plants and seasonal guidance. 👩🌾
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· Leave seed heads standing rather than cutting back: Sunflowers, coneflowers, and ornamental grasses all carry seeds that feed birds through fall and winter. Resist the urge to tidy everything up and let the garden feed its visitors.
· Native shrubs with berries provide critical fuel: Viburnums, holly, and beautyberry are relied upon by migrating and resident birds alike. Berries on these plants are not just decorative, they are an essential food source. 🎒
· Water sources matter as much as food: A clean, shallow birdbath kept free of ice gives birds what they need when natural water becomes scarce.
Make your garden a refuge for birds this October. Contact Gilbertie's Organic Garden Center in Westport for native plants and seasonal guidance. 👩🌾
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September 18, 2026
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Gilbertie's Herb Gardens
7 Sylvan Ln
Westport, CT 06880
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All of the ingredients for your perfect garden can be found at Gilbertie's Herb Gardens - from a wide selection of annuals and perennials, to extensive landscape products, to our renowned USDA Certified Organic herbs and vegetables. Tie together our plants with our extensive series of lectures and seminars and you have what you need for year-round preparation, maintenance and enjoyment of your perfect garden.
Many non-organic growers use chemicals to fertilize and treat plant diseases and pests. These chemicals leave residue on plants inside and out. Instead of spraying for bugs, we release “beneficial” insects to deal with the “bad bugs.” Each of our plants is grown in an organic certified soil blend. This custom blend has taken us four years to perfect, ensuring the highest amount of essential oil and taste in each herb and green. Hydroponically grown herbs can not compare in flavor or nutrition to their soil grown counterparts. Organic growing is sometimes more difficult, but the rewards surely outweigh the extra effort.
Gilbertie’s is a 4th generation family owned store that has been in Westport for 90 years! Providing certified organic products all over the north east. They serve the community through generous donations to local gardens, charities and schools and many free lectures and classes on the importance of growing organically to preserve our world and to be more healthy.
Largest herb plant grower on the East Coast with greenhouses and gift shop surrounded by theme gardens providing an experience for both the casual gardener and serious botanist. Offer annuals, perennials, trees and shrubs, statuary, tropical plants, fish, pottery, fall pumpkin picking and hay rides, Christmas trees, decorations and pond supplies, and ornaments. Demonstrations, lectures and workshops
Many non-organic growers use chemicals to fertilize and treat plant diseases and pests. These chemicals leave residue on plants inside and out. Instead of spraying for bugs, we release “beneficial” insects to deal with the “bad bugs.” Each of our plants is grown in an organic certified soil blend. This custom blend has taken us four years to perfect, ensuring the highest amount of essential oil and taste in each herb and green. Hydroponically grown herbs can not compare in flavor or nutrition to their soil grown counterparts. Organic growing is sometimes more difficult, but the rewards surely outweigh the extra effort.
Gilbertie’s is a 4th generation family owned store that has been in Westport for 90 years! Providing certified organic products all over the north east. They serve the community through generous donations to local gardens, charities and schools and many free lectures and classes on the importance of growing organically to preserve our world and to be more healthy.
Largest herb plant grower on the East Coast with greenhouses and gift shop surrounded by theme gardens providing an experience for both the casual gardener and serious botanist. Offer annuals, perennials, trees and shrubs, statuary, tropical plants, fish, pottery, fall pumpkin picking and hay rides, Christmas trees, decorations and pond supplies, and ornaments. Demonstrations, lectures and workshops
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Gilbertie's Organic Garden Center
7 Sylvan Lane
Westport, Connecticut 06880
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