Tag: native plants
Native plants serve many purposes
Learn more about native plants and the vital role they play — they are necessary for wildlife, they help filter water and create more stable streams.
How to help Monarch butterflies survive migration
Help migrating Monarch butterflies by adding nectar-producing plants to your landscape, providing a steady supply of nectar all summer and into fall.
Wildflowers go underground to survive
Native wildflowers were surprisingly resilient during California's most recent drought, showing an increased survival rate when compared to exotics.
Which perennials need cut back in the fall?
While some perennials need cut back in the fall, others add to your winter landscape, provide food for birds and shelter beneficial insects.
How to treat poison ivy rashes naturally
The spotted jewelweed plant relieves itching and dries poison ivy rashes up quickly without drying out surrounding skin.
How to plant a pawpaw patch
Learn how to identify pawpaw trees in Ohio, how to pick ripe fruit, as well as instructions for planting a pawpaw patch of your own.
