Green Milkweed is a herbaceous wildflower native to North America[1], and is a host plant for caterpillars of the Monarch Butterfly[2]. Scientifically known as Asclepias viridis, it grows up to...
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Keystone Plants – What Are They, And Why Are They Important?
If you've been researching native plants, you may have come across the term "Keystone Plant" or "Keystone Species". Often spoken or reverence or casually noted for their importance. So, what exactly...
Sheep Sorrel is a herbaceous perennial flower that is native to Eurasia, but established in all 50 states and most provinces of Canada. One of the most successful invasive species, it has colonized...
Flat-Topped Aster is a herbaceous perennial flower native to North America[1]. Scientifically known as Doellingeria umbellata, it grows up to 5' tall in full sun and moist to medium-moist soils....
One of the most common trends in urban landscaping over the last 20-30 years has been the mulch volcano. You know it, heck - you probably think it is the 'way it's done'. It is where someone piles...
This is going to be a brief article explaining and documenting how to grow Hedge Apples from seed. If you need a windbreak, hedge, or just want to try to grow them as a fun project, well, you've...