Both Waxwing species play a key ecological role as year-round seed dispersers of native and introduced fruiting plants, a consequence of their voracious feeding on fruits and high degree of mobility.  Even in summer, Bohemian and Cedar waxwings effectively disperse seeds of early-fruiting shrubs such as common Serviceberry and various Cherry species.  One study suggested that Cedar waxwings may disperse Serviceberry seeds 50 miles of more!  On the flip side, non-native invasive including Honeysuckle, Autumn or Russian olive, Bittersweet and Buckhorn are readily spread by the wanderings of waxwings.

To all of you who helped to make our 26th Anniversary a huge success!

Chin Ridge Seeds –   Windows of the West Stained Glass

Leopold Optics –    Brome Bird Care

Brown Sugar Bake Shop in Okotoks (cupcakes & squares)

All those who contributed to our door/draw prizes—you are awesome and your support is so appreciated!

……and to our customers who shared our celebration—thank you for your continued support!