The first time I saw a great black wasp on my mountain mint, I was mesmerized by its shiny black body and iridescent black/purple wings glowing in the sunlight. The […]
Working Groups
If You Plant It, They Will Come
It’s true–if you plant it they will definitely come. What will come? Hummingbirds! In addition to delighting you, they will be a great learning opportunity for your kids. Here’s a […]
Unsung Pollinator Heroes
Did you know that we’re in the middle of Pollinator Week? Organized by the Pollinator Partnership, this is an international celebration of pollinators and a time to spread the word about pollinator protection. And while your thoughts might turn to honeybees, bumblebees, or butterflies, there is far greater diversity among pollinators in our area. Let’s get to know some of these unsung pollinator heroes.
What is Biodiversity? And why should we care?
I am privileged to be surrounded by nature in both my personal and professional lives. It’s a delight to find some new (to me) event or process unfolding outside: watching […]
Garlic Mustard: One Plant You Don’t Want in Your Garden
Garlic mustard is a stealthy and treacherous invasive plant bent on invading your garden to create a hostile environment for native plants. Those pretty flowers and charming heart-shaped leaves look […]
April 25 Native Plants for Biodiversity Webinar
On Sunday, April 25th, we hosted a virtual workshop about the benefits of native plants for our local biodiversity, and how to improve the habitat value of our properties. A […]