When you immerse yourself in the world of native gardening, you quickly realize the numerous downfalls of grass and the typical American lawn (read about that here). As a result, it’s important to think of ways to have a no-grass…
Planting Native Plants in the Summer: a Good Idea or Disaster?
Should you be planting native plants in the summer? They’re adapted to the local conditions so it shouldn’t be a problem, right? The answer isn’t as simple as yes or no. Planting in the summer presents unique challenges. If you’re…
The Ecological Benefits of Pollinator-Friendly Backyards
Pollinator gardens are full of blossoming benefits that enhance backyard ecology and provide a colorful display of beauty. Plants aimed at attracting bees, butterflies, moths, hummingbirds, and other pollinators can unlock the ecological benefits of a backyard and support the…
5 Common Misconceptions About Native Plants in the Landscape
In the last few hundred years, a gardener can now choose virtually any plant from anywhere in the world to put in their garden. Native plants must compete with other plants to be chosen for the home garden, let alone…
Simple Things to Do Outside with a Toddler
You’ve read time and time again about the benefits of being outdoors for children. But now that you are outside with your toddler, what do you do? Below is a list of things to do outside with a toddler that…
1000 Hours: 2023 April Hours
It’s already mid-May and here I am just finally updating our 1000 hours outside challenge for the month of April. If you haven’t been following along, I’ve been keeping monthly updates as we work our way to 1000 hours. It…
