… chances are the lovely fall colors come to mind—and not the leaves that end up on your lawn or in your garden beds. Here are some ways you can use your leaves to support your plants and … food source for wildlife including insects. Soon-to-be butterflies, for instance, take shelter in the winter under or on leaves, in the form of eggs, larva (caterpillars), or pupa (chrysalis). For example, the beautiful …
Type: Plant Info
… Description: As its name implies, this western species is rarely seen in the Great Lakes region. It may be seen with flocks of common gull species. …
Type: Birding
… this tiny member of the wren family tries to avoid being seen while on its stop-overs in McDonald Woods during migration. …
Type: Birding
… The Victory Garden is gaining ground again, 70 years after redefining gardening in America. Check out our infographic to learn more. …
Type: Plant Info
… are produced above the velvety red foliage on this nonhardy succulent. Plant 'Red Velvet' in full sun and water sparingly to prevent diseases. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… This evergreen tree grows to a height of 70 feet in full sun and moderate moisture conditions. It has showy green blooms year around and is a …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Baptisia 'Aspiring' grows in a clump of green foliage that reaches 4 feet tall, with 22 inch lavender spikes. Use it as a …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Baptisia 'Lightning Rods' blooms in spring with 20" tall yellow spikes, giving the look of a lightning rod. Use it as a specimen …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… flowers with white or yellow markings. Leaves are short and curved. Grows to 6" high. Grows in sandy flats but will tolerate clay soil. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… full sun and moderate moisture conditions. It has white blooms year-round and is a specimen in a border. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
