November is finally here, and native plant gardeners have a series of new tasks to complete this month! While some of your natives have gone dormant for the season, others still require maintenance to thrive throughout winter and spring. Prepare… Read More
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Essential Hardgoods for Native Plant Projects
Are you planning a native plant project for the fall season? Even though the temperature is dropping, there is still plenty of time left to complete a native plant project! In addition to ordering the proper plants, you will also… Read More
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4 Native Plant Gardening Tasks for October
October is an important month for gardeners that work with native plants. As the temperatures continue to decrease, animals, insects, and plant species prepare for dormancy. Birds and butterflies migrate southward, as plant root systems grow and develop in preparation… Read More
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5 Ways to Enrich Your Local Environment with Native Plants
Last week, an estimated four million people participated in the Global Climate Strike. The strike is estimated to be the largest mass protest for action on global warming in history, involving young students, parents, and activists. Mass organized events are… Read More
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How to Protect Native Plants from Severe Thunderstorms
One of the many reasons that gardeners choose to work with native plants is that they are incredibly self-sufficient. While native plants require minimal maintenance, they still need assistance when it comes to inclement weather. Discover how you can protect… Read More
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Native Plants: Fall Planting and the Dormancy Period
The planting season might seem like it’s coming to an end, but it’s not quite over yet! Fall is an especially good time to plant natives like perennials because the season provides ideal conditions for new growth. Factors such as… Read More
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Native Plant Gardening: Looking Ahead Towards Autumn
As the summer transitions into fall, September is a good time to reflect on the past season and look ahead to the changes to come. Gardening tasks continue well into Autumn, from planting to weeding. While you complete your weekly… Read More
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How to Prep Native Plants for the Fall Season
To most people, Labor Day weekend signifies the end of summertime and the start of the fall season. To gardeners, Labor Day marks the beginning of the fall preparation period for their plants and landscapes! As the fall planting season… Read More
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4 Gardening Tips for August
August is an important month for gardeners and their plants. Flowers bloom radiantly while summer vegetables thrive, but there are essential chores to complete to ensure the health of your garden. Discover how you can tend to your garden throughout… Read More
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What is a Micro Prairie?
Environmentally conscious landscaping and gardening are becoming more common throughout the globe, for residential and commercial properties alike. Whether you’re planting natives in your yard for aesthetics or building a rain garden to reduce runoff, you are assisting your local… Read More