Native plants in the garden are perfect to plant if you want to attract bees, butterflies, moths and birds. But what exactly is a native plant? Cornell University defines a native plant as one that ...

Fruits and vegetables need plenty of nutrients and water to thrive in a garden. California native plants prefer unamended soils and need little water once they’re established. Separation is the key to ...

BEREA, Ohio -- With temperatures reaching the 60s and lengthening days signaling spring’s imminent arrival, it’s the perfect time to “go native” with Cuyahoga Water & Soil District plant kits. Each ...

Planting native hollies supports birds and wildlife, while adding year-round beauty to your garden. Native hollies feed birds, shelter wildlife, support pollinators, and provide evergreen foliage.

About a year or so after Sherry Ashbaugh and her husband moved into their home on a sprawling corner lot in El Cajon, they began to focus on creating a native garden. The couple had both worked in the ...

If you want a garden that feels alive and easy to care for, native plants might be just what you need. These plants have grown up right alongside your local weather and wildlife, making them a natural ...

As more and more of our land is developed and our native flora and fauna face habitat loss, a growing number of gardeners strive to make a positive and beautiful impact by providing way stations. To ...

Long-blooming native plants can bring color, structure, and life to garden beds far beyond the usual growing season, making them an excellent choice for gardeners who want vibrancy that lasts. There ...

Writes Steve Conway: "Looking forward to 2026, I’m excited to see new ways gardeners are exploring the potential of a local plant palette." ...

School’s back in session for plant parents too. Throughout the Lancaster County region in September are classes to make something green and learn about your garden and houseplants. There also are lots ...

Across suburban landscapes, homeowners are increasingly replacing traditional lawns with native plant gardens, spurred by concerns over water consumption and ecological sustainability. However, the ...