Native crops in nurseries are sometimes hybrids, native species crossed with decorative cultivars. While lovely, they could not fulfill the ecological function of a real
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We Earthlings: Native Plants Support Local Ecosystems
When deciding on vegetation on your backyard, native plants are a wonderful selection. Native vegetation present meals and shelter for vital pollinators and different wildlife,
We Earthlings: Native Plants Thrive With Minimal Care
You can cut back your use of chemical backyard amendments and use much less water in your backyard by planting native plants acceptable to your
Xeriscaping 101: Landscaping With Minimal Water
If you want your backyard used zero water, a xeriscape is perhaps best for you. Xēros is the Greek phrase for “dry.” So a xeriscape
Plant With Purpose: Benefit Wildlife, the Planet, & You!
By Mary Philips, director, Garden for Wildlife Now is the time to make your yard or garden wildlife-friendly. Whether you’re a gardening novice with a
Planting a Garden for the Birds
Birds are the most welcome wildlife in the landscape garden. They are beautiful, musical, interesting to watch. Unlike deer and other large visitors that eat
