Soft Landings
Do your trees have “soft landings” at the base of their trunks? Soft landings are areas below trees that combine a diverse planting of native plants, leaf litter, and other
Summer Planting Tips & What We Do to Help Plants Succeed
We’re about to transition from July to August… which is often the hottest time of the year. Don’t let that intimidate you out of planting now though. Plants may require
Summer Planting Tips & What We Do to Help Plants Succeed Read More »
Drought Tolerant Plants – for Shade and Sun
Summer droughts can be some of the toughest times for gardeners, especially those with naturally dry soil, or on upland sites. Here are some drought-tolerant plants to consider adding to
Drought Tolerant Plants – for Shade and Sun Read More »
Gardening for Fireflies
You may have noticed some new insects crawling or flying around your gardens recently… maybe with elongated, black bodies and orange patches near their heads? That’s right, those are fireflies!
Gardening for Fireflies Read More »
“Chelsea Chop”
“Chelsea Chop” This week, the Chelsea Flower Show is being held from May 21st through May 25th at the Royal Hospital in Chelsea, London. Visitors will enjoy gorgeous garden designs
Callery Pear replacements that are Blooming throughout Ohio
Serviceberries (Amelanchier spp.) American Red Plum (Prunus americana) Choke Cherry (Prunus virginiana) Eastern Redbud (Cercis canadensis) After seeing Callery Pear bloom throughout the state in late March and early April,
Callery Pear replacements that are Blooming throughout Ohio Read More »
It’s not too early to plant native plants!
There’s no need to wait until May to plant our native plants! Unlike many non-native annuals, perennials, or some garden vegetables, there’s no risk of planting native plants “too early.”
It’s not too early to plant native plants! Read More »
Gardening & Land Management for Bats
Sycamore (Platanus occidentalis) Prime bat roost tree that has exfoliating bark and may form large hollows Culver’s Root (Veronicastrum virginicum) Example of a white bloom for moths Bats are an
Gardening & Land Management for Bats Read More »
Understanding and Managing Black Knot: A Guide for Prunus Tree Owners
Black Knot is a common plant disease of the genus Prunus (Plums and Cherries), with all Prunus species susceptible to varying degrees. This includes native species such as Wild Black
Understanding and Managing Black Knot: A Guide for Prunus Tree Owners Read More »
Maintenance Mutual Benefits
Now that our gardens are settling down for the year, what kind of maintenance should we be doing to benefit both the gardener and wildlife? ● Leave the leaves! Leaf
Maintenance Mutual Benefits Read More »
