Make Sure to Source a Native Seed Mix vs Wildflower Mix
Did you know that a native seed mix and a wildflower mis are not the same? And, did you know, it matters where you source your seed (hint: no big box stores).
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Month: November 2023
Eco-Friendly Fall Garden Cleanup | Why You Should Leave the Leaves and More
As Autumn arrives and paints our gardens with its beautiful fall colors, we often rush in and try to clean it up and make it tidy and spotless. But what if there’s a better way?
How to Sow Native Seeds Into Turf Grass
With a few simple steps, you can reduce the size of that high maintenance turf grass and apply a good native seed mix for your own productive prairie!
How to Collect Native Plant Seeds | Coreopsis
It’s incredibly simple to collect seeds from native flowers. Here, you can see an easy method for seed collection of Coreopsis.
Attracting Beneficial Lightning Bugs to Your Garden | Igniting the Night
Did you know firefly larvae is a beneficial predator? Do you know the lifecycle of a lighting bug has some specific requirements that you can provide in your own yard?
How to Remove Your Native Plant Plugs from the Container
See how easy it is to remove your native plant plugs from their Conetainers without damaging the roots, or going crazy, or wasting a lot of time and money.
How to Collect Native Plant Seeds | Smooth Blue Aster
Collecting seeds from native plants is pretty easy and the Smooth Blue Aster is no exception. Find out how to collect seeds to grow more asters.
The Crucial Role of Milkweeds in Our Ecosystems
I’m sure you know about the importance of milkweeds to Monarch butterflies. It is their host plant. But, are you aware of the multitude of bugs that use milkweeds? Learn more about their importance.
Native Plants, Cultivars, and Nativars | Unraveling Garden Terminology
It is important to know the differences among native plants, nativars, and cultivars. See what the differences are so you can make the right choices for your yard.