Maintaining a sustainable landscape is one of the most important things you can do for today’s environment. The design must address all aspects of the local ecosystem, from the wildlife to the existing soil conditionals and moisture levels. Many native… Read More
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4 Ways Native Plants Help Bees and Other Pollinators
Almost all of the fruits and vegetables you eat, from apples to broccoli, are pollinated by bees. Pollination is a vital part of our ecosystem, but beekeepers continue to disclose hive losses every year. There are several other species of… Read More
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5 Ways to Care for Your Native Plants
Native plants may require less maintenance than their non-native counterparts, but like any living thing, they need attention to thrive and flourish. Discover five ways that you can start caring for your new native plants today!
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Why Should I Plant Native Plants This Spring?
As you begin prepping your garden and landscape for spring and summer, you should consider the many benefits of adding more native plants. While you may think that there are few options, the reality is that there vast numbers of… Read More
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How to Deter Deer From Your Garden
It is no secret that deer love to munch on our fruits and veggies just as much as we do, but there is no reason that your hard work should go to waste. There are numerous humane ways to discourage… Read More
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Tips for Cultivating Your Garden This April
April is nearly here, and your landscape is finally starting to warm up and acclimate to the changing temperatures. Now is the perfect time to start planting vegetable seeds and other varieties of plants. If you’re looking to cultivate a… Read More
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How Can I Attract Wildlife to My Yard?
While some homeowners work tirelessly to keep wildlife, such as deer and birds, away, others hope to attract a variety of fauna to their landscape. If you’re part of the latter, discover how you can establish an attractive oasis for… Read More
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The Benefits of Tree Shelters
Have you ever seen a field of newly planted tree seedlings? They’re usually accompanied by a solid/mesh tube, or tree-shelter, to protect and foster the growth of new trees. Originally, they were used to improve the growing conditions for seedlings… Read More
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6 Reasons to Use Mulch This Spring
Mulch is one of the best ways to nurture the native plants in your garden and ensure that everything grows in beautifully during the spring months. Mulch serves as a protective barrier between your plants and the surrounding environment, and… Read More
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6 Ways to Prepare Your Garden for Spring
Does the cold weather have you counting down the days until spring? Not to worry, there are many steps that you can take today to prepare your garden for the changing season!