Midwestern Monsters: Ghoulish Plants & Protists
Since it’s finally autumn, it’s officially the season of frights! While you may not expect it, there are certainly a few creepy characters right outside your doorstep. From gloopy yellow […]
Frightening Flowers: 3 Spooky Plants You Probably Haven’t Heard Of
While the worlds of haunts and herbs don’t often cross paths, every once in a while, there’s a plant so macabre that it’s a monster in its own right. From […]
Give the Rake a Break: Your Guide to Sustainable Leaf Management
Each cool autumn is contrasted by the transformation from lush green to fiery hues of red, orange, and yellow. Yet, after the big show, many of us are left with […]
3 Winter-Hardy Plants to Add to Your Landscape
During the spring, summer, and fall, we look forward to decorating our landscape with seasonal blooms and greenery. Once winter hits, we may feel like we are stuck in a […]
Tips for Planting Spring Bulbs in the Fall
Seeing colorful blooms in the spring time is a sign for new beginnings and sunny weather. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a beginner just testing the waters of bulb […]
Native Plants to Fill Your Fall Gaps & Containers
As we transition further in fall you might be stuck on what to do with your garden or landscape at home. When we think of fall, we think of plants […]
5 Tips for Bringing Your Plants Indoors for the Winter
When it comes to houseplant maintenance, it’s quite common for owners to move their houseplants outside in the summer so they can absorb fresh air, soak up rainwater, and bask […]
3 Easy Tips for Sustainable Garden & Landscape Cleanup
Raking leaves, cutting back plants, and cleaning up our landscape is part of our typical fall checklist, but did you know that beneficial pollinators, insects, and other animals rely on […]
Where Animals Go During Winter: Reptiles & Amphibians
A few weeks ago we dove deeper into how birds, bees and other bugs survive winter’s cold temperatures by migrating, burrowing or colonies dying off except for the queen who […]
How Plants Survive the Winter: Damage Prevention Tips
With all of the challenges posed to plants in the winter season, what can you do to protect your plants from the cold? We’ve got a few tips, some are […]
